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
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.