Earthquake 209 km SW of Houma, Tonga (5.0 mww) (2025-04-05 21:23:34 UTC)
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck on 209 km SW of Houma, Tonga, at 2025-04-05 21:23:34 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 209 km SW of Houma, 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)
5.0
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us6000q4b0
Nearest Places
- Pelorus Reef / 68.05 km
- Pelorus Reef / 68.05 km
- ‘Ata / 69.78 km
- Fahefa Beach / 207.04 km
- Mapu ‘a Vaea / 208.53 km
Comment
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