M3.4 Earthquake 105 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands — March 22, 2026
2026-03-22 21:35:32 UTC (2026-03-22) · approx. 5:35 PM UTC-4 local
On March 22, 2026 at 21:35 UTC, a magnitude 3.4 shallow crustal earthquake struck 105 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands, at a depth of 49.3 km and coordinates 19.2960°, -64.8557°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 3.4 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 1.8 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 129 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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-64.8557°E
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How strong was the magnitude 3.4 earthquake near Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands?
The magnitude 3.4 earthquake that struck 105 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands on March 22, 2026 at 21:35 UTC had a depth of 49.3 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 3.4 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 3.4 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: pr71510603). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, March 22, 2026). M3.4 Earthquake 105 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands — March 22, 2026. Retrieved May 11, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/pr71510603/