Earthquake · Samoa · Ended
M5.1 earthquake near Safotu, Samoa
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Summary
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake occurred 36 km E of Safotu, Samoa on 15 Oct 2026, 03:36 UTC, at a depth of 13.2 km, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
3 people submitted “Did You Feel It?” reports to the USGS.
Key figures
- Magnitude
- 5.1 (mb) (USGS)
- Depth
- 13.2 km (USGS)
- Origin time
- 15 Oct 2026, 03:36 UTC (USGS)
- Location
- 36 km E of Safotu, Samoa (USGS)
- “Did You Feel It?” reports
- 3 (USGS DYFI)
- Review status
- Reviewed (USGS)
Timeline
Source times where the record has one; otherwise the time GodsView saw the change.
- — USGS reports a magnitude 5.1 earthquake 36 km E of Safotu, Samoa, depth 13.2 km.
Questions
When did this earthquake happen?
The USGS origin time is 15 Oct 2026, 03:36 UTC.
How strong was the earthquake?
USGS reports magnitude 5.1 (mb) at 13.2 km depth.
Where can I find official information?
From the original records: USGS. Links are listed under Sources on this page.
Sources
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