Earthquake 52 km SW of Hihifo, Tonga (4.6 mb) (2025-05-21 15:19:24 UTC)
A 4.6 magnitude earthquake struck on 52 km SW of Hihifo, Tonga, at 2025-05-21 15:19:24 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 52 km SW of Hihifo, Tonga
Recommendation
Strong Earthquake
Strong Earthquake
Action
Moderate shaking can cause damage to weak structures.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Stay away from windows and heavy furniture. Outdoors: Move to an open space. If in a car: Pull over and stop in a safe area.
Magnitudo (mb)
4.6
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us7000q0jj
Nearest Places
- Durham Shoal / 43.42 km
- Niuatoputapu Airport / 51.27 km
- Hunganga Island / 51.81 km
- Hihifo / 52.37 km
- Niuatoputapu New Electrical Network / 52.51 km
Comment
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