M4.0 Earthquake 87 km NNW of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands — May 19, 2026
2026-05-19 13:34:33 UTC (1 day ago) · approx. 9:34 AM UTC-4 local
On May 19, 2026 at 13:34 UTC, a magnitude 4.0 shallow crustal earthquake struck 87 km NNW of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands, at a depth of 27.0 km and coordinates 19.0983°, -65.1711°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.0 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 18 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 375 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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-65.1711°E
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How strong was the magnitude 4.0 earthquake near Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands?
The magnitude 4.0 earthquake that struck 87 km NNW of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands on May 19, 2026 at 13:34 UTC had a depth of 27.0 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 4.0 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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Magnitude 4.0 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: pr2026139000). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, May 19, 2026). M4.0 Earthquake 87 km NNW of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands — May 19, 2026. Retrieved May 20, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/pr2026139000/