Update: 5.2 magnitude earthquake jolts near Neiafu, Tonga on Aug. 25

Published Sep 17, 2026

NEIAFU, Vava’u — A 5.2 magnitude quake occurred near Neiafu on Tuesday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor struck at 15:15 UTC (04:15 local time), with its epicenter approximately 258 km east-northeast of Neiafu and a depth of 10 km. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.3 but later downgraded to 5.2.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can share your experience using the USGS Felt Report form.

Past week’s quake

There was another tremor of magnitude 4.8 centered near Neiafu on Aug. 24.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey