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M5.1 earthquake in the South Sandwich Islands region
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Summary
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake occurred in the South Sandwich Islands region on 19 Oct 2026, 17:45 UTC, at a depth of 101.5 km, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
Key figures
- Magnitude
- 5.1 (mb) (USGS)
- Depth
- 101.5 km (USGS)
- Origin time
- 19 Oct 2026, 17:45 UTC (USGS)
- Location
- South Sandwich Islands region (USGS)
- 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 in the South Sandwich Islands region, depth 101.5 km.
Questions
When did this earthquake happen?
The USGS origin time is 19 Oct 2026, 17:45 UTC.
How strong was the earthquake?
USGS reports magnitude 5.1 (mb) at 101.5 km depth.
Where can I find official information?
From the original records: USGS. Links are listed under Sources on this page.
Sources
How this page is made
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