Update: Seismic activity on Nov. 12 – 5.0 magnitude earthquake close to South Sandwich Islands region detected

Published Dec 6, 2025

Wednesday morning, a 5.0 magnitude quake was recorded close to South Sandwich Islands region, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor rattled the area at 04:23 UTC (02:23 local time). It occurred at a depth of 10 km with the epicenter situated of South Sandwich Islands region.

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