Update: Earthquake measuring 5.3 strikes area close to Reykjanes Ridge on Sept. 19

Published Sep 26, 2026

A 5.3 magnitude quake hit close to Reykjanes Ridge on Saturday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

At 20:24 UTC (18:24 local time), a tremor shook the region at a depth of 10 km, with its epicenter of Reykjanes Ridge. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.2 but later upgraded to 5.3.

Did you feel it?

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

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey