A 5.1 magnitude quake struck close to South Sandwich Islands region on Thursday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The USGS reported a tremor in the region at 09:55 UTC (07:55 local time). The epicenter was of South Sandwich Islands region, at a depth of 51 km.

Did you feel it?

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

Past week’s tremor

On May 9, one more magnitude 5.1 quake was reported nearby, also close to South Sandwich Islands region.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey