M2.50 Earthquake – English Channel, UK

14 September 2026, 12:36 UTC · 1 hour ago · Data: BGS

A magnitude 2.50 earthquake struck English Channel, UK on 14 September 2026, 12:36 UTC, at a depth of 7 km. This was a minor earthquake that may be felt close to the epicentre.

Magnitude
2.50 (ML)
Location
English Channel, UK
Date & time
14 September 2026, 12:36 UTC
Coordinates
49.5140, -0.1340
Depth
7.00 km
Region
UK & surrounding seas
Source
BGS event page

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