M4.4 Earthquake 67 km WSW of Hihifo, Tonga — April 24, 2026
2026-04-24 20:43:52 UTC (2026-04-24) · approx. 8:43 AM UTC-12 local
On April 24, 2026 at 20:43 UTC, a magnitude 4.4 deep-focus earthquake struck 67 km WSW of Hihifo, Tonga, at a depth of 358.7 km and coordinates -16.1674°, -174.3857°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.4 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 60 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 655 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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-174.3857°E
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How strong was the magnitude 4.4 earthquake near Hihifo, Tonga?
The magnitude 4.4 earthquake that struck 67 km WSW of Hihifo, Tonga on April 24, 2026 at 20:43 UTC had a depth of 358.7 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.4 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
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Magnitude 4.4 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000shcb). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, April 24, 2026). M4.4 Earthquake 67 km WSW of Hihifo, Tonga — April 24, 2026. Retrieved May 19, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000shcb/