M5.20 Earthquake – 258 km SE of Hihifo, Tonga

25 August 2026, 15:15 UTC · 23 hours ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.20 earthquake struck 258 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
258 km SE of Hihifo, Tonga
Date & time
25 August 2026, 15:15 UTC
Coordinates
-17.4086, -171.8992
Depth
10.00 km
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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