5.3Moderate
M 5.3 - Bouvet Island region
Bouvet Island region
March 8, 2026 at 8:24 PM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M5.3
Moderate
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
53.9979ยฐS, 7.6844ยฐE
epicenter
About This Earthquake
This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.3 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at Bouvet Island region at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 8, 2026 at 8:24 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s2yx.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the Bouvet Island region earthquake?
This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.3. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.
Where was the Bouvet Island region earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at Bouvet Island region at a depth of 10.0 km.