M5.0 Earthquake 159 km NNW of The Valley, Anguilla — March 31, 2026
2026-03-31 09:22:37 UTC (2026-03-31) · approx. 5:22 AM UTC-4 local
On March 31, 2026 at 09:22 UTC, a magnitude 5.0 shallow crustal earthquake struck 159 km NNW of The Valley, Anguilla, at a depth of 15.0 km and coordinates 19.5763°, -63.5653°. This earthquake was detected by 25 seismic stations with moderate location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 385, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 5.0 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 477 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.7 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-63.5653°E
Technical Information
Nearby Earthquakes (Last 7 Days)
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 5.0 earthquake near The Valley, Anguilla?
The magnitude 5.0 earthquake that struck 159 km NNW of The Valley, Anguilla on March 31, 2026 at 09:22 UTC had a depth of 15.0 km. For context, this was a moderate earthquake that could be widely felt.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 19.5763°, -63.5653°, which is 159 km NNW of The Valley, Anguilla.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 5.0 earthquakes can continue for days to weeks 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.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: pr2026090003). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, March 31, 2026). M5.0 Earthquake 159 km NNW of The Valley, Anguilla — March 31, 2026. Retrieved May 20, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/pr2026090003/