M5.1 earthquake

south of Tonga

A magnitude 5.1 (moderate) earthquake struck south of Tonga on August 4, 2026 at 2:56 PM UTC, at a depth of 10 km.

Magnitude

5.1 mb

Depth

10 km

When

August 4, 2026 at 2:56 PM UTC

Coordinates

-24.606°, -175.230°

Review status

reviewed

Source: U.S. Geological Survey. Details may be revised as the event is reviewed.