M5.00 Earthquake – south of the Kermadec Islands

17 July 2026, 13:16 UTC · 1 month ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.00 earthquake struck south of the Kermadec Islands on 17 July 2026, 13:16 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.

Magnitude
5.00 (mb)
Location
south of the Kermadec Islands
Date & time
17 July 2026, 13:16 UTC
Coordinates
-32.9894, -177.9086
Depth
10.00 km
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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