5.5Moderate
M 5.5 - south of the Kermadec Islands
south of the Kermadec Islands
March 11, 2026 at 4:40 PM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M5.5
Moderate
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
33.0375ยฐS, 178.5406ยฐW
epicenter
Shakemap MMI
6.0
Modified Mercalli Intensity
About This Earthquake
This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.5 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at south of the Kermadec Islands at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 11, 2026 at 4:40 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s3kt.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the south of the Kermadec Islands earthquake?
This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.
Where was the south of the Kermadec Islands earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at south of the Kermadec Islands at a depth of 10.0 km.