M5.0 earthquake

South Sandwich Islands region

A magnitude 5.0 (moderate) earthquake struck South Sandwich Islands region on September 19, 2026 at 9:59 AM UTC, at a depth of 78 km.

Magnitude

5.0 mb

Depth

78 km

When

September 19, 2026 at 9:59 AM UTC

Coordinates

-55.626°, -28.112°

Review status

reviewed

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