M5.50 Earthquake – Kermadec Islands region

18 September 2026, 23:18 UTC · 1 month ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.50 earthquake struck Kermadec Islands region on 18 September 2026, 23:18 UTC, at a depth of 94.1 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.

Magnitude
5.50 (mww)
Location
Kermadec Islands region
Date & time
18 September 2026, 23:18 UTC
Coordinates
-27.8581, -177.2286
Depth
94.05 km
PAGER alert
Green
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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