4.9Light

M 4.9 - 89 km E of Hihifo, Tonga

89 km E of Hihifo, Tonga

March 24, 2026 at 9:30 AM UTC

Seismic Data

Magnitude
M4.9
Light
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
16.0481ยฐS, 172.9664ยฐW
epicenter
Felt Reports
1
DYFI responses
Max Intensity (CDI)
2.2
Community Internet Intensity

About This Earthquake

This was a light earthquake registering M4.9 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 89 km E of Hihifo, Tonga at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.

1 people submitted felt reports to the USGS Did You Feel It? system, indicating the earthquake was perceptible across a significant area.

The earthquake occurred on March 24, 2026 at 9:30 AM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s77c.

Frequently Asked Questions

How strong was the 89 km E of Hihifo, Tonga earthquake?

This was a light earthquake with a magnitude of 4.9. Earthquakes of this magnitude are felt by many but usually cause little damage.

Where was the 89 km E of Hihifo, Tonga earthquake felt?

The earthquake occurred at 89 km E of Hihifo, Tonga at a depth of 10.0 km. A total of 1 people submitted felt reports.

M4.9 Light Earthquake - 89 km E of Hihifo, Tonga | USGS