Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.3 earthquake 83 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck 83 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand at Oct 17, 2026, 11:32 UTC, at a depth of 133 km. The epicentre was 85 km (53 mi) NNE of Whakatane.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.3 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 17, 2026, 11:32 UTC |
| Depth | 133.4 km |
| Coordinates | -37.259, 177.367 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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