M2.80 Earthquake – 81 km NNE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands

16 October 2026, 12:01 UTC · 1 hour ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 2.80 earthquake struck 81 km NNE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands on 16 October 2026, 12:01 UTC, at a depth of 18.9 km. This was a minor earthquake that may be felt close to the epicentre.

Magnitude
2.80 (md)
Location
81 km NNE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands
Date & time
16 October 2026, 12:01 UTC
Coordinates
18.9507, -64.3743
Depth
18.89 km
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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