Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.7 earthquake 20 km SW of Sandy Point Town, Saint Kitts and Nevis
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 20 km SW of Sandy Point Town, Saint Kitts and Nevis at Oct 18, 2026, 15:35 UTC, at a depth of 150 km. The epicentre was 30 km (19 mi) W of Basseterre. 3 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.7 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 18, 2026, 15:35 UTC |
| Depth | 150.0 km |
| Coordinates | 17.253, -63.007 |
| Felt reports | 3 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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