M5.0 earthquake

71 km E of ‘Ohonua, Tonga

A magnitude 5.0 (moderate) earthquake struck 71 km E of ‘Ohonua, Tonga on October 5, 2026 at 5:26 AM UTC, at a depth of 10 km.

Magnitude

5.0 mb

Depth

10 km

When

October 5, 2026 at 5:26 AM UTC

Coordinates

-21.421°, -174.268°

Review status

reviewed

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