After a major earthquake in Tonga, the ground keeps moving: aftershocks are smaller quakes triggered as the crust adjusts around the fault that ruptured. They are most frequent right after the mainshock and taper off over days to months. This page tracks recent seismic activity across Tonga live, so you can follow an aftershock sequence as it happens. For instant alerts the moment a new aftershock strikes near you, the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications.
Recent earthquakes in Tonga
- 4.6295 km WNW of Houma, Tonga16 hours ago
- 4.7139 km NNE of Hihifo, Tonga22 hours ago
- 4.9211 km ENE of Neiafu, Tonga1 day ago
- 4.954 km E of Hihifo, Tonga1 day ago
- 5.326 km NW of Neiafu, Tonga1 day ago
- 4.5122 km WNW of Houma, Tonga1 week ago
- 4.9117 km WNW of Pangai, Tonga1 week ago
- 4.8292 km WNW of Houma, Tonga1 week ago
- 4.2255 km W of Houma, Tonga1 week ago
- 4.3213 km WSW of Hihifo, Tonga1 week ago
- 4.4south of Tonga1 week ago
- 4.9264 km WNW of Houma, Tonga1 week ago
Aftershocks in Tonga - FAQ
Are there aftershocks in Tonga right now?
Yes. 2 earthquakes have been recorded in Tonga in the last 24 hours. The live feed above lists each one as it is detected, so you can watch an aftershock sequence unfold in real time.
How long do aftershocks last after a big earthquake in Tonga?
Aftershocks are most frequent in the hours and days right after the mainshock and taper off over time, but a large earthquake can produce aftershocks for months. Their number and size follow well-known patterns (Omori and Bath laws), so activity gradually declines even though individual aftershocks can still be strongly felt.
Can I get an alert for the next aftershock in Tonga?
Yes. Turn on browser notifications above to get a heads-up when a new quake is detected near Tonga, or install the free QuakeMate app for wake-you-up critical alerts with custom magnitude and region rules.