Event Brief
Magnitude 7.6 earthquake strikes near Tonga
Filed: Mar 25, 2026 at 3:03 AM ET
Summary: A strong preliminary magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck near Tonga in the South Pacific Ocean on Tuesday.
WHO: USGS
WHAT: earthquake
WHEN: Mar 24, 2026 at 3:06 AM ET
WHERE: Tonga
WHY: Reason not stated in article.
ℹ️ This event is analyzed using pattern arcs, velocity indicators, and source analysis in our MI Console.
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