4.8Light
M 4.8 - Maug Islands region, Northern Mariana Islands
Maug Islands region, Northern Mariana Islands
March 9, 2026 at 3:09 PM UTC
Northern Mariana Islands EarthquakesSeismic Data
Magnitude
M4.8
Light
Depth
155.9 km
below surface
Coordinates
19.1435ยฐN, 145.7390ยฐE
epicenter
About This Earthquake
This was a light earthquake registering M4.8 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at Maug Islands region, Northern Mariana Islands at a depth of 155.9 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 9, 2026 at 3:09 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s33i.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the Maug Islands region, Northern Mariana Islands earthquake?
This was a light earthquake with a magnitude of 4.8. Earthquakes of this magnitude are felt by many but usually cause little damage.
Where was the Maug Islands region, Northern Mariana Islands earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at Maug Islands region, Northern Mariana Islands at a depth of 155.9 km. This event occurred in or near Northern Mariana Islands.