M4.9 Depth: 114.3 km

M4.9 Earthquake near SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS REGION (South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands)

UTC time: 2025-11-20 12:08:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 20, 2025 at 12:08 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS REGION (South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 114 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

114.3 km

UTC time

2025-11-20 12:08:44 UTC

Local time

—

Country

South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands

City

South Sandwich Islands

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-57.25630, -26.52170

Temperature

-0.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

114.3 km

114.3 km — deeper than the regional average (86.5 km)

Regional average: 86.5 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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