M4.2 Earthquake 37 km WNW of The Bottom, Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba — March 27, 2026
2026-03-27 21:26:06 UTC (2026-03-27) · approx. 5:26 PM UTC-4 local
On March 27, 2026 at 21:26 UTC, a magnitude 4.2 intermediate depth earthquake struck 37 km WNW of The Bottom, Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba , at a depth of 139.0 km and coordinates 17.7168°, -63.5900°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.2 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 33 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 500 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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-63.5900°E
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How strong was the magnitude 4.2 earthquake near The Bottom, Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba ?
The magnitude 4.2 earthquake that struck 37 km WNW of The Bottom, Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba on March 27, 2026 at 21:26 UTC had a depth of 139.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.2 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 4.2 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: pr2026086001). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, March 27, 2026). M4.2 Earthquake 37 km WNW of The Bottom, Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba — March 27, 2026. Retrieved May 19, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/pr2026086001/