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M4.7 Depth: 344.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near South of Kermadec Islands

UTC time: 2026-03-13 16:15:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On March 13, 2026 at 16:15 UTC, a magnitude M4.7 earthquake occurred near South of Kermadec Islands. At roughly 344 km, the focus was very deep, so surface shaking tends to be weaker. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by ISC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.7
Depth
344.0 km
UTC time
2026-03-13 16:15:44 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
isc
Coordinates
-34.47400, 179.43400
Temperature
22.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 344 km (Deep) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 344 km
Deep
344 km
Why depth matters

Deep quakes are felt over very large areas but rarely cause surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

  • Brothers
    Distance: 56 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: -1'350 m ·New Zealand
  • Healy
    Distance: 72 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -980 m ·Last eruption: 1360 ·New Zealand
  • Rumble II West
    Distance: 128 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -1'200 m ·New Zealand
  • Rumble III
    Distance: 166 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -220 m ·Last eruption: 2008 ·New Zealand
  • Rumble V
    Distance: 217 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -400 m ·New Zealand
  • Rumble IV
    Distance: 223 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -500 m ·New Zealand

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