Earthquake 125 km S of Hihifo, Tonga (5.0 mb) (2025-06-16 06:17:16 UTC)
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck on 125 km S of Hihifo, Tonga, at 2025-06-16 06:17:16 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mb and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 125 km S 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 (mb)
5.0
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us6000qkj7
Nearest Places
- Durham Shoal / 108.39 km
- Fonualei / 110.71 km
- Toku Island / 123.18 km
- Niuatoputapu Airport / 123.88 km
- Namolimu Point / 124.32 km
Comment
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