M4.4 earthquake — 274 km W of Houma, Tonga
An magnitude 4.4 earthquake occurred 274 km W of Houma, Tonga on Nov 11, 2026 at 20:38 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 393 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 | M4.4 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 392.6 km |
| Coordinates | -21.354, -177.940 |
| Time | Nov 11, 20:38 UTC |
| Location | 274 km W of Houma, Tonga |
| USGS event ID | us7000txnf |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4.5 | 99 km | Nov 7, 15:05 UTC | Fiji region |
| M4.8 | 216 km | Nov 13, 11:18 UTC | 59 km WSW of Houma, Tonga |
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.