M5.0 earthquake

Kermadec Islands region

A magnitude 5.0 (moderate) earthquake struck Kermadec Islands region on August 8, 2026 at 3:59 AM UTC, at a depth of 10 km.

Magnitude

5.0 mb

Depth

10 km

When

August 8, 2026 at 3:59 AM UTC

Coordinates

-28.477°, -176.549°

Review status

reviewed

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