M5.6 earthquake

southeast of Easter Island

A magnitude 5.6 (moderate) earthquake struck southeast of Easter Island on August 8, 2026 at 11:41 AM UTC, at a depth of 10 km.

Magnitude

5.6 mww

Depth

10 km

When

August 8, 2026 at 11:41 AM UTC

Coordinates

-41.483°, -90.080°

Review status

reviewed

Source: U.S. Geological Survey. Details may be revised as the event is reviewed.