M4.6 earthquake

south of Africa

A magnitude 4.6 (light) earthquake struck south of Africa on August 21, 2026 at 5:56 AM UTC, at a depth of 10 km.

Magnitude

4.6 mb

Depth

10 km

When

August 21, 2026 at 5:56 AM UTC

Coordinates

-53.212°, 23.502°

Review status

reviewed

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