A magnitude 6.0 earthquake was recorded near South Sandwich Islands region on Aug 12, 2026, 11:47:12 AM (2026-08-12T11:47:12.117Z). The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10.0 km with coordinates -60.2445, -28.9899.
Strong — damage possible near the epicentre. This was a magnitude 6.0 earthquake — classed as strong. Magnitude 6.0–6.9 earthquakes can cause serious damage in populated areas, especially where building standards are low.
At 10.0 km this is a shallow earthquake. Shallow quakes release their energy close to the surface, so shaking is usually stronger and more damaging than a deeper quake of the same magnitude — but it is felt over a smaller area.
Nearest major city: 3,547 km SSE of Buenos Aires, Argentina.
The epicentre was located at -60.2445 latitude and -28.9899 longitude near South Sandwich Islands region. The earthquake was shallow at 10.0 km depth.
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