M5.60 Earthquake – southeast of Easter Island

8 August 2026, 11:41 UTC · 1 month ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.60 earthquake struck southeast of Easter Island on 8 August 2026, 11:41 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.

Magnitude
5.60 (mww)
Location
southeast of Easter Island
Date & time
8 August 2026, 11:41 UTC
Coordinates
-41.4826, -90.0796
Depth
10.00 km
PAGER alert
Green
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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