Aug. 22: Earthquake of 5.3 magnitude registered near Mid-Atlantic Ridge

Published Aug 22, 2026

A 5.3 magnitude quake occurred near Mid-Atlantic Ridge on Saturday around midnight, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor hit the area at 01:34 UTC (00:34 local time). It occurred at a depth of 10 km with the epicenter south of Mid-Atlantic Ridge.

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If you felt the earthquake, you can share your experience using the USGS Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey