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M 3 earthquake - 4 km SSW of Pāhala, Hawaii
USGS reports a magnitude 3.0 earthquake located 4 km SSW of Pāhala, Hawaii (coordinates 19.1641674041748, -155.491668701172). Depth: 12.47 km. Source published 2026-09-19T03:28:41.710Z.
Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters
Generated scores
Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.
- Confidence
- 10/10
- Geographic reach
- 2/10
- Global importance
- 2/10
- Impact magnitude
- 2/10
- Positivity
- 2/10
- Urgency
- 3/10
Why it matters
A USGS-recorded seismic event at a shallow depth near Pāhala. Relevant for local situational awareness, seismic monitoring, and travelers in the area.

