Update: 5.1 magnitude earthquake hits near central East Pacific Rise on Aug. 7

Published Aug 28, 2026

A 5.1 magnitude quake shook near central East Pacific Rise on Friday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

At 23:19 UTC (16:19 local time), a tremor jolted the region at a depth of 10 km, with its epicenter of central East Pacific Rise.

Did you feel it?

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

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey