M5.7 earthquake

south of Africa

A magnitude 5.7 (moderate) earthquake struck south of Africa on September 20, 2026 at 8:54 PM UTC, at a depth of 10 km.

Magnitude

5.7 mwb

Depth

10 km

When

September 20, 2026 at 8:54 PM UTC

Coordinates

-48.452°, 31.252°

Review status

reviewed

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