5.9Moderate
M 5.9 - 109 km ENE of Hihifo, Tonga
109 km ENE of Hihifo, Tonga
March 23, 2026 at 7:26 AM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M5.9
Moderate
Depth
13.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
15.5887ยฐS, 172.8436ยฐW
epicenter
Shakemap MMI
4.0
Modified Mercalli Intensity
About This Earthquake
This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.9 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 109 km ENE of Hihifo, Tonga at a depth of 13.0 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 23, 2026 at 7:26 AM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us6000siln.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 109 km ENE of Hihifo, Tonga earthquake?
This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.
Where was the 109 km ENE of Hihifo, Tonga earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 109 km ENE of Hihifo, Tonga at a depth of 13.0 km.