Update: 5.1 magnitude earthquake strikes close to South Sandwich Islands region on June 19

Published Jul 6, 2026

A 5.1 magnitude quake occurred near South Sandwich Islands region on Friday evening, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor shook the area at 21:08 UTC (19:08 local time). It occurred at a depth of 155 km with the epicenter of South Sandwich Islands region.

Did you feel it?

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

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey