Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.9 earthquake 146 km ENE of Hicks Bay, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 146 km ENE of Hicks Bay, New Zealand at Jul 16, 2026, 08:57 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 224 km (139 mi) NE of Gisborne.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.9 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | Jul 16, 2026, 08:57 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -37.324, 179.918 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 | 153 km ENE of Hicks Bay, New Zealand | 55 km / 34 mi | depth 10 km |
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