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M5.7 Earthquake
◍ 180 km NW of Hihifo, Tonga · · updated 9/23/2026, 4:50:51 PM
Severity score
69/100
Confidence
High
Why this matters
Aftershock sequence may follow a mainshock of this size.
Key stats
Magnitude
5.7
Depth
10 km
Timeline
- M5.7 recorded9/23/2026, 2:41:02 PM180 km NW of Hihifo, Tonga
Sources & attribution
ScientificUSGS Earthquake Hazardsupdated 9/23/2026, 4:50:51 PM
ScientificUSGS Earthquake Hazardsupdated 9/23/2026, 5:40:54 PM
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