M5.00 Earthquake – off the coast of Central America

5 September 2026, 05:00 UTC · 1 hour ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.00 earthquake struck off the coast of Central America on 5 September 2026, 05:00 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.

Magnitude
5.00 (mww)
Location
off the coast of Central America
Date & time
5 September 2026, 05:00 UTC
Coordinates
3.5071, -83.1510
Depth
10.00 km
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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