A magnitude M6.2 earthquake was recorded near Tierra del Fuego (Falkland Islands) on September 2, 2026 at 23:46 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 126 km. Events of this size are considered strong and can be dangerous in inhabited regions.
The event was recorded by USGS.
Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.
Depth classes per USGS
Distances are straight-line distances from the epicenter. Population data: GeoNames.
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Events recorded after this earthquake within 250 km. They are not automatically classified as aftershocks.
6 sources currently report magnitudes from M6.0 to M6.2.
Measurements can differ because agencies use different networks and calculation methods. Values may be revised.
Comparison with recorded earthquakes before this event within 250 km.
The QuakeMap24 comparison dataset begins on 2024-03-23. Earlier earthquakes may not be included.
