M1.00 Earthquake – Sheildaig, Highland, UK

3 July 2026, 14:39 UTC · 1 month ago · Data: BGS

A magnitude 1.00 earthquake struck Sheildaig, Highland, UK on 3 July 2026, 14:39 UTC, at a depth of 2 km. This was a micro earthquake rarely felt by people.

Magnitude
1.00 (ML)
Location
Sheildaig, Highland, UK
Date & time
3 July 2026, 14:39 UTC
Coordinates
57.6910, -5.6620
Depth
2.00 km
Region
UK & surrounding seas
Source
BGS event page

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