M4.8 Earthquake Strikes Near Tonga
# M4.8 Earthquake Strikes Near Tonga
**Hihifo, Tonga —** A magnitude 4.8 earthquake shook the sea floor west of Tonga on Monday afternoon, striking deep beneath the Pacific.
## What happened:
The quake hit at 1:27 PM Central time, centered about 88 kilometers west-northwest of Hihifo at a depth of 157 kilometers. The U.S. Geological Survey has reviewed the event. No tsunami alert has been issued.
## Impacts:
Deep earthquakes like this one are usually felt only lightly at the surface. There are no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
## What to do:
- Drop, cover and hold on during shaking; protect your head and neck.
- Check your surroundings afterward for anything that shifted or broke.
- Aftershocks are possible — stay aware.
*Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), October 19, 2026.*
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