Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.7 earthquake 156 km NNW of Hicks Bay, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 156 km NNW of Hicks Bay, New Zealand at Sep 21, 2026, 04:28 UTC, at a depth of 218 km. The epicentre was 204 km (127 mi) NNE of Whakatane. 1 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.7 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 21, 2026, 04:28 UTC |
| Depth | 217.8 km |
| Coordinates | -36.244, 177.802 |
| Felt reports | 1 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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