According to USGS, a magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck near Tadine, New Caledonia on September 28, 2026. It was recorded at 03:25 AM UTC at a depth of 10 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by USGS.
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From 1990 until this earthquake, 823 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M7.0 earthquake on November 19, 2017.
Where was the September 28, 2026 earthquake near Tadine, New Caledonia?
The earthquake occurred near Tadine, New Caledonia at 21.158° S, 168.439° E, at a depth of 10 km. The nearest town was Nouméa, about 240 km away.
How strong was the earthquake near Tadine, New Caledonia?
USGS reported a magnitude of mww 5.3 (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 Tadine, New Caledonia?
Since this earthquake, 18 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M5.3.