M5.30 Earthquake – 26 km NW of Neiafu, Tonga

8 September 2026, 11:51 UTC · 1 hour ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.30 earthquake struck 26 km NW of Neiafu, Tonga on 8 September 2026, 11:51 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.

Magnitude
5.30 (mb)
Location
26 km NW of Neiafu, Tonga
Date & time
8 September 2026, 11:51 UTC
Coordinates
-18.4736, -174.1551
Depth
10.00 km
Felt reports
2 (USGS "Did You Feel It?")
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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