M5.20 Earthquake – south of the Kermadec Islands

18 July 2026, 05:46 UTC · 12 hours ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.20 earthquake struck south of the Kermadec Islands on 18 July 2026, 05:46 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.

Magnitude
5.20 (mb)
Location
south of the Kermadec Islands
Date & time
18 July 2026, 05:46 UTC
Coordinates
-32.8189, -178.1149
Depth
10.00 km
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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