M4.5 earthquake

43 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand

A magnitude 4.5 (light) earthquake struck 43 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand on August 17, 2026 at 5:18 AM UTC, at a depth of 177 km.

Magnitude

4.5 mb

Depth

177 km

When

August 17, 2026 at 5:18 AM UTC

Coordinates

-38.892°, 175.320°

Review status

reviewed

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