Update: Earthquake measuring 5.0 hits area close to Kermadec Islands region on Sept. 7

Published Sep 28, 2026

A 5.0 magnitude quake rattled close to Kermadec Islands region on Monday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The USGS reported a tremor in the region at 02:06 UTC (14:06 local time). The epicenter was of Kermadec Islands region, at a depth of 571 km.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can submit a report via the USGS Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey