M 3.4 Earthquake Recorded 47 km WSW of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
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A minor 3.4 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Hawaii on February 13, 2026. The shallow quake was reported felt by a small number of residents near Kailua-Kona.
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This notice was issued by USGS on April 6, 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 minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.4 ml occurred on February 13, 2026, at 00:51 UTC (February 12, 2:51 PM local time). The seismic event reached a magnitude of 3.35 and originated at a shallow depth of 4.7 kilometers.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered at coordinates 19.5555°N, 156.4412°W. This location is approximately 47 km (29 miles) west-southwest of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. The depth of 4.7 km is classified as shallow, as it occurred well within the upper 20 km of the Earth's crust. Shallow earthquakes are often more likely to be felt by residents than deeper events of the same magnitude.
Impact Assessment
As of the latest report, the USGS has received 3 felt reports from the public. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning associated with this event. No specific alert level has been issued, and there are no reports of damage or injuries.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are considered minor. While they are frequently felt by people near the epicenter, they rarely cause damage to buildings or infrastructure. Residents should remain aware that aftershocks are possible following any seismic event, though they are generally of lower magnitude and frequency over time.
Source
Data provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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