M 5.6 - 137 km NE of Hihifo, Tonga

Name: M 5.6 - 137 km NE of Hihifo, Tonga
Start: 2026-02-10T21:14:42+00:00
Location: 137 km NE of Hihifo, Tonga

February 10, 2026 at 21:14:42 UTC

Depth: 10.00 km (Shallow)

M 5.6

Moderate

Green

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	5.6 mww
Depth	10.00 km (Shallow)
Location	-14.9766S, 172.9990W
Mercalli Intensity	III (Weak)
Alert Level (PAGER)	Green — No fatalities or damage expected
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	482 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
USGS Event Page	View on USGS →

Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.6 mean?

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake is classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 10.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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