M1.8 Depth: -0.6 km

M1.8 Earthquake near Kaimu, Hawaii (United States)

UTC time: 2026-03-15 23:47:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.8 earthquake was recorded near Kaimu, Hawaii (United States) on March 15, 2026 at 23:47 UTC. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 175 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.0.

Details

Magnitude

M1.8

Depth

-0.6 km

UTC time

2026-03-15 23:47:12 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

State

Hawaii

City

Kaimu

County

Hawaiʻi County

Source

usgs

Coordinates

19.39767, -154.98117

Temperature

26.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

-0.6 km

0 km — shallower than the regional average (15.8 km)

Regional average: 15.8 km

Negative depth = focus above sea level (terrain elevation).

Why depth matters

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

Depth classes per USGS

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