M5.0 earthquake

northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge

A magnitude 5.0 (moderate) earthquake struck northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge on August 10, 2026 at 12:12 PM UTC, at a depth of 10 km.

Magnitude

5.0 mww

Depth

10 km

When

August 10, 2026 at 12:12 PM UTC

Coordinates

17.507°, -45.838°

Review status

reviewed

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