Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.0 earthquake 152 km S of ‘Ohonua, Tonga
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 152 km S of ‘Ohonua, Tonga at Jul 12, 2026, 11:09 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 181 km (112 mi) SSE of Nuku'alofa.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.0 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Jul 12, 2026, 11:09 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -22.698, -174.715 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
01 — Nearby
Nearest cities
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | 144 km SSW of ‘Ohonua, Tonga | 76 km / 47 mi | depth 35 km | |
| 4.7 | 123 km S of ‘Ohonua, Tonga | 39 km / 24 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.