M3.7 Earthquake 95 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands — January 20, 2026
2026-01-20 20:52:41 UTC (2026-01-20) · approx. 4:52 PM UTC-4 local
On January 20, 2026 at 20:52 UTC, a magnitude 3.7 shallow crustal earthquake struck 95 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands, at a depth of 61.0 km and coordinates 19.2063°, -64.9201°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 3.7 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 5.4 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 215 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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-64.9201°E
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How strong was the magnitude 3.7 earthquake near Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands?
The magnitude 3.7 earthquake that struck 95 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands on January 20, 2026 at 20:52 UTC had a depth of 61.0 km. For context, this was a minor earthquake typically detected only by instruments.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 3.7 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 3.7 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: pr2026020000). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, January 20, 2026). M3.7 Earthquake 95 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands — January 20, 2026. Retrieved May 12, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/pr2026020000/