M4.3 earthquake — 213 km WSW of Hihifo, Tonga
An magnitude 4.3 earthquake occurred 213 km WSW of Hihifo, Tonga on Aug 29, 2026 at 00:09 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 334 km — a deep earthquake. Deep quakes can be felt over very large distances but usually cause less surface damage than shallow ones.
Event data
| Magnitude | M4.3 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 334.0 km |
| Coordinates | -16.553, -175.696 |
| Time | Aug 29, 00:09 UTC |
| Location | 213 km WSW of Hihifo, Tonga |
| USGS event ID | us7000tcqt |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4.6 | 271 km | Sep 3, 00:09 UTC | 285 km ENE of Levuka, Fiji |
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.