Magnitude4.9
South Sandwich Islands region
Nov 3, 2026 at 13:34 UTC
Depth143.595 km
Coordinates-58.8399°, -26.4744°
Earthquake location and epicenter · Source: USGS · Drag to move · +/− to zoom
Earthquake Magnitude Scale
How strong is this earthquake?
M2.0–3.9
Minor
Usually not felt
This Earthquake (M4.9)
M4.0–4.9
Light
Often felt; minor shaking
M5.0–5.9
Moderate
Can cause damage nearby
M6.0–6.9
Strong
Potentially damaging
M7.0–7.9
Major
Can cause serious damage
M8.0+
Great
Can cause widespread damage
Magnitude describes earthquake size, not the shaking intensity at a particular location. Effects vary by depth, distance, and local conditions.
