5.0Moderate
M 5.0 - Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands
Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands
March 3, 2026 at 11:38 PM UTC
Northern Mariana Islands EarthquakesSeismic Data
Magnitude
M5.0
Moderate
Depth
199.2 km
below surface
Coordinates
18.9022ยฐN, 145.6637ยฐE
epicenter
About This Earthquake
This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.0 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands at a depth of 199.2 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 3, 2026 at 11:38 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s1pp.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands earthquake?
This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.0. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.
Where was the Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands at a depth of 199.2 km. This event occurred in or near Northern Mariana Islands.