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Magnitude 5.1 earthquake strikes south of Africa
Original: π south of Africa π Wed 21 Oct 2026 18:12 UTC π M5.1 Earthquake π‘ Moderate π Magnitude: 5.1 π Depth: 10 km β Shallow πΊοΈ
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake was recorded south of Africa on Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 18:12 UTC, according to the USGS. The quake struck at a shallow depth of 10 km, at coordinates roughly 52.8 degrees south and 27.5 degrees east, in a remote oceanic area far from major population centres. No damage or injuries have been reported, and its moderate size and remote location limit any impact. Seismologists note shallow quakes of this size are typically felt only if near land.
Why now: Automated seismic monitoring alerts flagged the event as breaking news, prompting discussion of a shallow moderate quake in a rarely active region.
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