5.1
52 km SSE of Hihifo, Tonga
2026-03-29 23:45:14 UTC (5 days ago)
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Earthquake Details
Magnitude
5.1 mb
Depth
50.4 km
Shallow
Location
-16.4134°N
-173.6674°E
-173.6674°E
Technical Information
Event ID
us7000s8me
Event Type
earthquake
Status
✓ Reviewed
Significance
400
Stations Used
79
Azimuthal Gap
54.0°
Min Station Distance
3.084°
RMS Residual
0.65 sec
Last Updated
2026-03-30 01:36:10 UTC
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 5.1 earthquakes are moderate and may cause light damage.
Shallow depth (50.4 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.