A 5.0 magnitude quake was recorded near Macquarie Island region Saturday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

It was reported that a tremor struck the region at 20:46 UTC (07:46 local time). The epicenter was situated of Macquarie Island region, at a depth of 10 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 4.9 event, but later upgraded it to 5.0.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can report it through the USGS Felt Report form.

Tremors last week

Last week, the area has experienced three tremors of magnitude 6.1 or above. The most significant was a 6.6 magnitude earthquake reported in the same region prior to this quake.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey