Magnitude 4.8 earthquake strikes Kermadec Islands region

A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck the Kermadec Islands region on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 15:45:47 GMT. The seismic event occurred at a depth of 35 kilometers. Its coordinates were -29.6426 latitude and -176.9767 longitude.

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) consistently measures and reports on earthquake activity globally. This particular event, with its moderate magnitude, adds to the ongoing seismic data collected from around the world. The depth and precise location provided are standard components of these reports, helping to characterize each event systematically.