M4.2 earthquake - 123 km WNW of Hihifo, Tonga
1287 d ago · 9 Apr 2023, 22:18 UTC 123 km WNW of Hihifo, Tonga
What happened
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 123 km WNW of Hihifo, Tonga on 9 Apr 2023, 22:18 UTC at a depth of 269 km.
Earthquakes of this size are classed as Light. Widely felt nearby; objects may shake or fall. Significant damage is unusual. This was an intermediate-depth earthquake, so shaking is spread over a wider, gentler area.
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First reported by USGS
17 Oct 2026, 10:59 UTC
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