M4.8 earthquake — Kermadec Islands region
An magnitude 4.8 earthquake occurred Kermadec Islands region on Jul 22, 2026 at 18:29 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 346 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 | M4.8 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 346.4 km |
| Coordinates | -31.542, 179.924 |
| Time | Jul 22, 18:29 UTC |
| Location | Kermadec Islands region |
| USGS event ID | us7000t2hm |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M5.0 | 297 km | Jul 22, 21:03 UTC | Kermadec Islands, New Zealand |
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.