M2.60 Earthquake – Barrisdale, Highland, UK

20 May 2026, 12:23 UTC · 3 months ago · Data: BGS

A magnitude 2.60 earthquake struck Barrisdale, Highland, UK on 20 May 2026, 12:23 UTC, at a depth of 8 km. This was a minor earthquake that may be felt close to the epicentre.

Magnitude
2.60 (ML)
Location
Barrisdale, Highland, UK
Date & time
20 May 2026, 12:23 UTC
Coordinates
57.0580, -5.5240
Depth
8.00 km
Region
UK & surrounding seas
Source
BGS event page

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