M 4.6 - 99 km NNW of Hihifo, Tonga

Name: M 4.6 - 99 km NNW of Hihifo, Tonga
Start: 2012-12-30T13:53:17+00:00
Location: 99 km NNW of Hihifo, Tonga

December 30, 2012 at 13:53:17 UTC

Depth: 118.80 km (Intermediate)

M 4.6

Light

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	4.6 mb
Depth	118.80 km (Intermediate)
Location	-15.1300S, 174.1760W
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	326 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 4.6 mean?

A magnitude 4.6 earthquake is classified as "Light". Light earthquakes produce noticeable shaking but rarely cause damage.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 118.80 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but cause less surface damage.

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