Earthquake 118 km SSW of Hihifo, Tonga (5.1 mww) (2024-11-20 18:44:14 UTC)
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck on 118 km SSW of Hihifo, Tonga, at 2024-11-20 18:44:14 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mww and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 118 km SSW of Hihifo, Tonga
Recommendation
Very Strong Earthquake
Very Strong Earthquake
Action
Severe shaking, potential for significant damage.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Avoid elevators, as power outages may occur. Outdoors: Stay in the open. Be alert for aftershocks.
Magnitudo (mww)
5.1
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us6000p6m3
Nearest Places
- Durham Shoal / 101.87 km
- Niuatoputapu Airport / 116.74 km
- Fonualei / 117.96 km
- Namolimu Point / 118.09 km
- Hunganga Island / 118.79 km
Comment
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