4.6Light
M 4.6 - South Georgia Island region
South Georgia Island region
March 8, 2026 at 8:47 AM UTC
Georgia EarthquakesSeismic Data
Magnitude
M4.6
Light
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
55.3236ยฐS, 35.7176ยฐW
epicenter
About This Earthquake
This was a light earthquake registering M4.6 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at South Georgia Island region at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 8, 2026 at 8:47 AM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s2w4.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the South Georgia Island region earthquake?
This was a light earthquake with a magnitude of 4.6. Earthquakes of this magnitude are felt by many but usually cause little damage.
Where was the South Georgia Island region earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at South Georgia Island region at a depth of 10.0 km. This event occurred in or near Georgia.