A 4.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Napier, located in Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand. The seismic event occurred on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 1:08 AM local time.
Details of the Earthquake
The earthquake’s epicenter was recorded at a shallow depth of 24.10 kilometers. The New Zealand Earthquake Commission and Geological Survey (GeoNet) was the first to report the incident. Shortly after, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) confirmed the magnitude of 4.5.
Impact and Areas Affected
Preliminary assessments indicated that the quake was unlikely to cause significant damage. However, individuals in several nearby towns felt weak vibrations. Notable areas that might have experienced the tremor include:
- Clive (1 km from epicenter, population: 2,500)
- Haumoana (4 km, population: 1,200)
- Onekawa (7 km, population: 6,600)
- Napier (9 km, population: 66,700)
- Hastings (10 km, population: 90,600)
- Havelock North (11 km, population: 14,900)
- Bay View (17 km, population: 2,200)
Further towns that may have felt the quake include Wairoa (71 km, population: 4,300) and another Wairoa (73 km, population: 4,900), experiencing very weak shaking.
Ongoing Monitoring
VolcanoDiscovery has stated that updates regarding the earthquake’s magnitude and depth will be provided as new information becomes available. Residents and visitors in the area are encouraged to report their experiences, which can enhance situational awareness for others.
If you felt the tremor, consider sharing your experience through the reporting mechanisms available online or via the Volcanoes & Earthquakes mobile app.
