M5.00 Earthquake – South Atlantic Ocean

17 September 2026, 06:48 UTC · 1 hour ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.00 earthquake struck South Atlantic Ocean on 17 September 2026, 06:48 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.

Magnitude
5.00 (mb)
Location
South Atlantic Ocean
Date & time
17 September 2026, 06:48 UTC
Coordinates
-22.5873, -20.3463
Depth
10.00 km
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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