Update: Seismic activity on May 1 – 5.1 magnitude earthquake near South Sandwich Islands region detected

Published May 26, 2026

A 5.1 magnitude quake hit near South Sandwich Islands region on Friday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The USGS reported a tremor in the region at 11:04 UTC (09:04 local time). The epicenter was of South Sandwich Islands region, at a depth of 10 km.

Did you feel it?

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

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey