M5.7 earthquake: Hihifo, Tonga
According to USGS, a magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck near Hihifo, Tonga on September 23, 2026. It was recorded at 02:41 PM UTC at a depth of 10 km.
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Magnitude
M5.7
mww · Moderate
Depth
10 km
Shallow
Time (UTC)
02:41:02 PM
September 23, 2026
Source
USGS
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The epicenter was about 387 km from Apia.
- Apia · 387 km W
Earthquakes recorded nearby afterwards
Since this earthquake, 1 earthquake have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M4.9.
| Time (UTC) | Magnitude | Depth | Location | Distance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M4.9 | 10 km | Mata-Utu, Wallis and Futuna · 193 km SE | 22 km | USGS |
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 233 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M6.7 earthquake on April 6, 1991.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the September 23, 2026 earthquake near Hihifo, Tonga?
The earthquake occurred near Hihifo, Tonga at 14.802° S, 175.195° W, at a depth of 10 km. The nearest town was Apia, about 387 km away.
How strong was the earthquake near Hihifo, Tonga?
USGS reported a magnitude of mww 5.7 (moderate). How strongly it was felt, and any damage, also depend on depth, distance from the epicenter and local ground conditions.
Were there aftershocks after the earthquake near Hihifo, Tonga?
Since this earthquake, 1 earthquake have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M4.9.