6.2Strong
M 6.2 - 149 km SSW of Lotofagā, Samoa
149 km SSW of Lotofagā, Samoa
March 23, 2026 at 12:27 AM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M6.2
Strong
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
15.1719°S, 172.5084°W
epicenter
Shakemap MMI
4.1
Modified Mercalli Intensity
About This Earthquake
This was a strong earthquake registering M6.2 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 149 km SSW of Lotofagā, Samoa at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 23, 2026 at 12:27 AM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us6000sii0.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 149 km SSW of Lotofagā, Samoa earthquake?
This was a strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause significant structural damage.
Where was the 149 km SSW of Lotofagā, Samoa earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 149 km SSW of Lotofagā, Samoa at a depth of 10.0 km.