M5.0 earthquake: Mariana Islands region
According to USGS, a magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck near Mariana Islands region on September 23, 2026. It was recorded at 01:01 PM UTC at a depth of 307 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by USGS.
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Magnitude
M5.0
mb · Moderate
Depth
307 km
Deep
Time (UTC)
01:01:51 PM
September 23, 2026
Source
USGS
Earthquakes recorded nearby afterwards
Since this earthquake, 2 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M4.3.
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 358 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M7.5 earthquake on September 28, 2007.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the September 23, 2026 earthquake near Mariana Islands region?
The earthquake occurred near Mariana Islands region at 21.654° N, 143.001° E, at a depth of 307 km.
How strong was the earthquake near Mariana Islands region?
USGS reported a magnitude of mb 5.0 (moderate). How strongly it was felt, and any damage, also depend on depth, distance from the epicenter and local ground conditions.
Were there aftershocks after the earthquake near Mariana Islands region?
Since this earthquake, 2 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M4.3.