Update: Seismic activity on June 5 – 5.3 magnitude earthquake near Pacific-Antarctic Ridge detected

Published Jun 18, 2026

A 5.3 magnitude quake occurred near Pacific-Antarctic Ridge on Friday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The USGS reported a tremor in the region at 13:40 UTC (04:40 local time). The epicenter was of Pacific-Antarctic Ridge, at a depth of 10 km.

Did you feel it?

You can let the USGS know if you noticed the earthquake by filling out their Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey