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M6.3 Earthquake
◍ south of the Kermadec Islands · · updated 8/5/2026, 6:22:20 PM
Severity score
79/100
Confidence
High
Why this matters
Aftershock sequence may follow a mainshock of this size.
Key stats
Magnitude
6.3
Depth
226 km
Timeline
- M6.3 recorded8/5/2026, 7:43:27 AMsouth of the Kermadec Islands
Sources & attribution
ScientificUSGS Earthquake Hazardsupdated 8/5/2026, 6:22:20 PM
⚠This is an informational severity score, not an official warning. Follow guidance from NWS/NOAA, FEMA (ready.gov), and local emergency management.