Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.2 earthquake 38 km NE of Castlepoint, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 38 km NE of Castlepoint, New Zealand at Oct 19, 2026, 17:27 UTC, at a depth of 24 km. The epicentre was 80 km (50 mi) ENE of Masterton.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.2 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 19, 2026, 17:27 UTC |
| Depth | 23.6 km |
| Coordinates | -40.619, 176.491 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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