NIUATOPUTAPU, Niuas — A 5.7 magnitude quake jolted near Hihifo on Monday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The USGS reported a tremor in the region at 06:02 UTC (18:02 local time). The epicenter was approximately 106 km east-northeast of Hihifo, at a depth of 10 km. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.8 but later downgraded to 5.7.

Did you feel it?

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

Impact and estimated losses

The USGS categorized this as a Green Alert, which means there is a low likelihood of casualties and damage.

Structure information summary
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are vulnerable to earthquake shaking, though resistant structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are informal (metal, timber, GI etc.) and unknown/miscellaneous types construction.

Quakes past week

Over the last week, the area has experienced five tremors of magnitude 5.5 or greater. The most significant was a 6.3 magnitude earthquake recorded in the same region on Mar. 22.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey