M3.20 Earthquake – Central North Sea, UK

31 July 2026, 00:31 UTC · 1 month ago · Data: BGS

A magnitude 3.20 earthquake struck Central North Sea, UK on 31 July 2026, 00:31 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. This was a minor earthquake that may be felt close to the epicentre.

Magnitude
3.20 (ML)
Location
Central North Sea, UK
Date & time
31 July 2026, 00:31 UTC
Coordinates
57.0040, 1.9060
Depth
10.00 km
Region
UK & surrounding seas
Source
BGS event page

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