5.0
Earthquake Details: Pacific-Antarctic Ridge
Aug 20, 2026, 23:36:41
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake occurred near Pacific-Antarctic Ridge on Aug 20, 2026 at 23:36:41. The seismic event was recorded at a depth of 10 km. No tsunami warning was issued.
No Tsunami WarningStatus: ReviewedType: Earthquake
Technical Details
Depth10 km
Significance385
Latitude-56.5921
Longitude-141.4541
Event IDus6000tmbw
Magnitude5.0
Updated:Aug 20, 2026, 23:58:06 UTC
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Time & depth
- Local time
- Aug 20, 2026, 23:36:41
- UTC
- Aug 20, 2026, 23:36:41 UTC
10 km · Shallow-focus
Less than 70 km deep. Shaking is often stronger near the epicentre.
Earthquake information is automatically aggregated from the official seismic agencies listed below. Preliminary measurements can change as agencies review an event; use local emergency authorities for safety decisions. Latest successful data update: Aug 20, 2026, 23:58 UTC.
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