M3.9 Earthquake at 6:56pm HST Near Pahala, Depth of 31.8km

A magnitude 3.9 earthquake under Pahala occurred this evening, with a depth of 31.8km (19.8 miles). The depth and location of the earthquake is consistent with the ongoing deep Pahala earthquake activity seen since 2019. No change to the status of Kilauea or Maunaloa. At the time of writing 73 people report to have felt the quake through USGS. If you felt the earthquake you can report it here: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/.../eventpage/hv73224992/tellus Video of USGS-HVO Scientist In Charge Ken Hon explaining what is known about deep Pahala earthquakes and the more shallow earthquakes in the region related to Maunaloa (presentation given in Pahala): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FY-UyUzL5as