4.9Light
M 4.9 - 145 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga
145 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga
March 24, 2026 at 2:18 PM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M4.9
Light
Depth
230.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
18.2032ยฐS, 175.2732ยฐW
epicenter
About This Earthquake
This was a light earthquake registering M4.9 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 145 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga at a depth of 230.0 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 24, 2026 at 2:18 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s799.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 145 km WNW of Neiafu, 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 145 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 145 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga at a depth of 230.0 km.