5.8Moderate

M 5.8 - 49 km SSW of Maisí, Cuba

49 km SSW of Maisí, Cuba

March 17, 2026 at 1:28 PM UTC

Seismic Data

Magnitude
M5.8
Moderate
Depth
11.6 km
below surface
Coordinates
19.8399°N, 74.3586°W
epicenter
Felt Reports
15
DYFI responses
Max Intensity (CDI)
4.8
Community Internet Intensity
Shakemap MMI
5.1
Modified Mercalli Intensity

About This Earthquake

This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.8 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 49 km SSW of Maisí, Cuba at a depth of 11.6 km below the surface.

15 people submitted felt reports to the USGS Did You Feel It? system, indicating the earthquake was perceptible across a significant area.

The earthquake occurred on March 17, 2026 at 1:28 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us6000sgrt.

Frequently Asked Questions

How strong was the 49 km SSW of Maisí, Cuba earthquake?

This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.8. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.

Where was the 49 km SSW of Maisí, Cuba earthquake felt?

The earthquake occurred at 49 km SSW of Maisí, Cuba at a depth of 11.6 km. A total of 15 people submitted felt reports.

M5.8 Moderate Earthquake - 49 km SSW of Maisí, Cuba | USGS