Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.5 earthquake 84 km ENE of Fangale’ounga, Tonga
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 84 km ENE of Fangale’ounga, Tonga at Sep 15, 2026, 20:33 UTC, at a depth of 29 km. The epicentre was 253 km (157 mi) NE of Nuku'alofa.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.5 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 15, 2026, 20:33 UTC |
| Depth | 29.1 km |
| Coordinates | -19.428, -173.594 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.7 | 156 km ESE of Neiafu, Tonga | 92 km / 57 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.9 | 145 km ESE of Neiafu, Tonga | 99 km / 61 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.8 | 40 km NNE of Fangale’ounga, Tonga | 64 km / 40 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.