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M2.2 Depth: 32.2 km

M2.2 Earthquake near Pahala, Hawaii (United States)

UTC time: 2026-05-08 18:57:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 8, 2026 at 18:57 UTC, a magnitude M2.2 earthquake occurred near Pahala, Hawaii (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 32 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. United States: 183 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude
M2.2
Depth
32.2 km
UTC time
2026-05-08 18:57:42 UTC
Local time
—
Country
United States
State
Hawaii
City
Pahala
County
Hawaiʻi County
Village
Pahala
Source
emsc
Coordinates
19.19680, -155.48300
Temperature
27.4°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 32.2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 32.2 km
Shallow
32.2 km
32.2 km — deeper than the regional average (15.9 km)
Regional average: 15.9 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

  • Kilauea ADVISORY · YELLOW
    Distance: 32 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 1'222 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·United States
  • Mauna Loa
    Distance: 34 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 4'170 m ·Last eruption: 2022 ·United States
  • Kama'ehuakanaloa
    Distance: 38 km ·Shield ·Elevation: -975 m ·Last eruption: 1996 ·United States
  • Hualalai
    Distance: 68 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 2'523 m ·Last eruption: 1801 ·United States
  • Mauna Kea
    Distance: 69 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 4'205 m ·Last eruption: -2460 ·United States
  • Haleakala
    Distance: 187 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 3'053 m ·Last eruption: 1750 ·United States

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