M4.4 earthquake — Kermadec Islands region
An magnitude 4.4 earthquake occurred Kermadec Islands region on Oct 18, 2026 at 23:30 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 444 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 | 444.2 km |
| Coordinates | -28.360, -179.925 |
| Time | Oct 18, 23:30 UTC |
| Location | Kermadec Islands region |
| USGS event ID | us6000u38u |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4.2 | 281 km | Oct 20, 18:36 UTC | south of the Fiji Islands |
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.