M 5.5 - South Sandwich Islands region

February 17, 2026 at 03:36:37 UTC

Depth: 10.00 km (Shallow)

M 5.5

Moderate

Green

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude5.5 mww
Depth10.00 km (Shallow)
Location-57.3753S, 30.2646W
Mercalli IntensityII (Weak)
Alert Level (PAGER)Green — No fatalities or damage expected
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance465 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.5 mean?

A magnitude 5.5 earthquake is classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 10.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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