M4.9 earthquake

Kermadec Islands region

A magnitude 4.9 (light) earthquake struck Kermadec Islands region on August 21, 2026 at 12:19 PM UTC, at a depth of 70 km.

Magnitude

4.9 mb

Depth

70 km

When

August 21, 2026 at 12:19 PM UTC

Coordinates

-31.938°, -178.712°

Review status

reviewed

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