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M4.2 Depth: 35.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near 10 km ESE of Haumoana, New Zealand (New Zealand)

UTC time: 2025-10-26 12:08:40 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 26, 2025 at 12:08 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near 10 km ESE of Haumoana, New Zealand (New Zealand). With a focal depth of about 35 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS. New Zealand: 6 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.0.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
35.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-26 12:08:40 UTC
Local time
—
Country
New Zealand
City
Hawke's Bay
Source
usgs
Coordinates
-39.64530, 177.05220
Temperature
13.4°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 35 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 35 km
Shallow
35 km
35 km — shallower than the regional average (69.9 km)
Regional average: 69.9 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

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