M5.20 Earthquake – southern East Pacific Rise

6 September 2026, 10:38 UTC · 1 month ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.20 earthquake struck southern East Pacific Rise on 6 September 2026, 10:38 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.

Magnitude
5.20 (mb)
Location
southern East Pacific Rise
Date & time
6 September 2026, 10:38 UTC
Coordinates
-24.5229, -116.0305
Depth
10.00 km
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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