Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.3 earthquake 46 km SSE of Otorohanga, New Zealand
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck 46 km SSE of Otorohanga, New Zealand at Oct 15, 2026, 05:25 UTC, at a depth of 284 km. The epicentre was 62 km (39 mi) W of Taupo. 9 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.3 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 15, 2026, 05:25 UTC |
| Depth | 283.8 km |
| Coordinates | -38.578, 175.382 |
| Felt reports | 9 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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