Magnitude 4.9 earthquake strikes 17 km NW of Hihifo, Tonga

A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 17 km NW of Hihifo, Tonga, on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 21:58:51 GMT. The seismic event occurred at a depth of 71.248 km, with coordinates recorded at -15.8322 latitude and -173.9028 longitude.

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported the event. The USGS routinely monitors and reports on earthquakes globally, providing data on magnitude, location, depth, and time of occurrence. These measurements are crucial for understanding seismic activity.