M5.00 Earthquake – northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge

10 August 2026, 12:12 UTC · 2 hours ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.00 earthquake struck northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge on 10 August 2026, 12:12 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.

Magnitude
5.00 (mww)
Location
northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge
Date & time
10 August 2026, 12:12 UTC
Coordinates
17.5068, -45.8376
Depth
10.00 km
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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