Update: 5.1 magnitude earthquake strikes near the South Sandwich Islands on Sept. 8

Published Oct 7, 2025

The U.S. Geological Survey reported that a 5.1 magnitude quake shook near the South Sandwich Islands Monday morning.

At 03:09 UTC (02:09 local time), the region was hit by a tremor. The earthquake jolted at a depth of 10 km, with its epicenter east of the South Sandwich Islands.

Did you feel it?

Those who noticed the quake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey