M5.3 earthquake

Balleny Islands region

A magnitude 5.3 (moderate) earthquake struck Balleny Islands region on August 15, 2026 at 12:40 AM UTC, at a depth of 10 km.

Magnitude

5.3 mb

Depth

10 km

When

August 15, 2026 at 12:40 AM UTC

Coordinates

-62.913°, 165.890°

Review status

reviewed

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