Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.2 earthquake 25 km SSE of Pahiatua, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 25 km SSE of Pahiatua, New Zealand at Oct 12, 2026, 06:52 UTC, at a depth of 32 km. The epicentre was 37 km (23 mi) NNE of Masterton.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.2 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 12, 2026, 06:52 UTC |
| Depth | 32.3 km |
| Coordinates | -40.677, 175.900 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 | 38 km NE of Castlepoint, New Zealand | 50 km / 31 mi | depth 24 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.