M5.20 Earthquake – 243 km SE of Hihifo, Tonga
25 August 2026, 15:15 UTC · 2 hours ago · Data: USGS
A magnitude 5.20 earthquake struck 243 km SE of Hihifo, Tonga on 25 August 2026, 15:15 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.
- Magnitude
- 5.20 (mww)
- Location
- 243 km SE of Hihifo, Tonga
- Date & time
- 25 August 2026, 15:15 UTC
- Coordinates
- -17.2913, -171.9817
- Depth
- 10.00 km
- Region
- Worldwide
- Source
- USGS event page
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