M2.30 Earthquake – Lochcarron, Highland, UK

17 July 2026, 00:38 UTC · 1 month ago · Data: BGS

A magnitude 2.30 earthquake struck Lochcarron, Highland, UK on 17 July 2026, 00:38 UTC, at a depth of 7 km. This was a micro earthquake rarely felt by people.

Magnitude
2.30 (ML)
Location
Lochcarron, Highland, UK
Date & time
17 July 2026, 00:38 UTC
Coordinates
57.4180, -5.5310
Depth
7.00 km
Region
UK & surrounding seas
Source
BGS event page

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