Update: 5.0 magnitude earthquake jolts near Mid-Atlantic Ridge on March 14

Published Apr 4, 2026

A 5.0 magnitude quake rattled close to Mid-Atlantic Ridge on Saturday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor hit at 06:17 UTC (05:17 local time), with its epicenter south of Mid-Atlantic Ridge and a depth of 10 km. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.1 but later downgraded to 5.0.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the earthquake, you can report it via the USGS Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey