5.0
Kermadec Islands region
2026-04-04 22:31:20 UTC (9 hours ago)
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Earthquake Details
Magnitude
5.0 mb
Depth
30.9 km
Shallow
Location
-31.5203°N
-177.9766°E
-177.9766°E
Technical Information
Event ID
us6000smp9
Event Type
earthquake
Status
✓ Reviewed
Significance
385
Stations Used
26
Azimuthal Gap
151.0°
Min Station Distance
2.268°
RMS Residual
1.25 sec
Last Updated
2026-04-04 22:50:25 UTC
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 5.0 earthquakes are moderate and may cause light damage.
Shallow depth (30.9 km): Shallow earthquakes often cause more damage at the surface.
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Earthquakes can happen without warning. Make sure you know what to do.