A magnitude‑4.7 earthquake struck near Vava’u early this morning, but authorities say it poses no tsunami threat to Tonga.
The Tonga Meteorological Service issued a Tsunami No‑Threat Advisory after the quake, which occurred at 1:43 am local time on 28 January 2026.
The earthquake was recorded at a depth of 98 kilometres, with its epicentre located 62km north‑northwest of Neiafu, Vava’u.
After assessing data from the United States Geological Survey, the National Tsunami Warning Centre confirmed that the quake was unlikely to generate a tsunami.
No further alerts are expected unless conditions change.
The National Emergency Operation Centre has not been activated, and officials say normal monitoring continues.
As Kaniva News reported earlier this morning, Neiafu Town Officer Vava Lapota said the tremor “was not big” and appeared to be minor. No damage or injuries have been reported.
Lapota reported the incident on Facebook shortly after it occured.
He said the tremor lasted only a few seconds.
