M 3.1 Earthquake Near Pāhala, Hawaii
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A magnitude 3.1 earthquake struck 0 km west of Pāhala, Hawaii, at a depth of approximately 31.6 km on August 17, 2026. No tsunami or alerts have been reported.
What this USGS earthquake report tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by USGS on April 28, 2026 and geographically references Hawaii. Its severity classification of "low" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Earthquakes - determines the monitoring protocol behind it, which shapes what follow-up action (checking for structural damage, watching for aftershocks, reviewing local building codes) is relevant and which agency holds authority over the assessment.
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What Happened
A magnitude 3.1 ml earthquake occurred 0 km west of Pāhala, Hawaii, at a depth of 31.6 km. The event took place on August 17, 2026, at 23:48:38 UTC.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered at coordinates 19.2023° N latitude and 155.4860° W longitude, just west of Pāhala in Hawaii. At a depth of 31.6 km, this is considered an intermediate-depth earthquake (between 20-70 km), which may be felt but typically causes less surface impact compared to shallower events.
Impact Assessment
There were no felt reports available, and no tsunami advisory was issued for this event. The alert level was not specified.
What You Should Know
This minor earthquake, with a magnitude of 3.1, is often felt but rarely causes damage. It is possible for aftershocks to occur following such events, and standard safety tips include staying informed through official channels and preparing an emergency plan if you are in a seismic area.
Source
Information is from the USGS. For more details, visit: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/hv74947027
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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