M 7.5 - 166 km W of Neiafu, Tonga
166 km W of Neiafu, Tonga
March 24, 2026 at 1:37 PM UTC
Seismic Data
About This Earthquake
This was a major earthquake registering M7.5 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 166 km W of Neiafu, Tonga at a depth of 229.4 km below the surface.
18 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 1:37 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s789.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 166 km W of Neiafu, Tonga earthquake?
This was a major earthquake with a magnitude of 7.5. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause significant structural damage.
Where was the 166 km W of Neiafu, Tonga earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 166 km W of Neiafu, Tonga at a depth of 229.4 km. A total of 18 people submitted felt reports.