M 5.2 Earthquake Strikes 5 km W of Kahaluu-Keauhou, Hawaii
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A magnitude 5.15 md earthquake occurred 5 km west of Kahaluu-Keauhou, Hawaii, at a depth of 34.59 km.
What this USGS earthquake report tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by USGS on June 14, 2026 and geographically references Hawaii. Its severity classification of "medium" 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.
Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.
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What Happened
A M 5.15 md earthquake struck 5 km W of Kahaluu-Keauhou, Hawaii, on 2026-05-03 at 12:38:53 UTC. The event was located at coordinates 19.5713° N, 156.0187° W with a depth of 34.59 km, classified as intermediate depth.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered 5 km west of Kahaluu-Keauhou, Hawaii, at latitude 19.5713329315186 and longitude -156.018661499023. The intermediate depth of 34.59 km falls between 20-70 km.
Impact Assessment
The earthquake was felt by 71 people, with a maximum reported intensity (CDI) of 4.2. No tsunami advisory was issued (tsunami field: 0) and no alert level was assigned.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes of this magnitude are considered moderate and can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings. Residents should be prepared for possible aftershocks and follow standard earthquake safety procedures.
Source
Data from USGS: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/hv74975297
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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