M 3.3 Earthquake Recorded 25 km WSW of Kahaluu-Keauhou, Hawaii

What Happened

A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.3 ml occurred on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 2:25 AM local time (12:25:49 UTC). The seismic event was recorded at a shallow depth of 10.9 km. Due to its magnitude, this is classified as a minor earthquake, which is a routine geological event.

Location Details

The epicenter was located at coordinates 19.453, -156.169, approximately 25 km west-southwest of Kahaluu-Keauhou, Hawaii. The depth of 10.9 km is considered shallow (less than 20 km). Shallow earthquakes are typically more noticeable to those nearby than deeper events of the same magnitude.

Impact Assessment

There are currently no felt reports associated with this event in the USGS database. No tsunami advisory, watch, or warning has been issued in relation to this tremor. Based on the magnitude, no damage or injuries are expected from this activity.

What You Should Know

Minor earthquakes of this size are common in seismically active regions like Hawaii and often go unnoticed by the public. Residents are reminded that aftershocks are a natural possibility following any seismic activity. In the event of stronger shaking, the recommended safety action is to “Drop, Cover, and Hold On.”

Source

Information for this report was provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.