M4.7 Earthquake Strikes Mid-Indian Ridge

Mid-Indian Ridge — A magnitude 4.7 earthquake shook the Mid-Indian Ridge on Saturday evening, November 1, at 8:43 PM Central time.

What happened: The quake struck in the Indian Ocean along the Mid-Indian Ridge at a depth of about 10 kilometers (around 6 miles). The U.S. Geological Survey recorded no tsunami threat from this earthquake, and no felt reports were listed.

Impacts: The earthquake happened in a remote ocean area, far from populated land, and no damage reports were available. Shaking in the open ocean poses no threat to communities on shore.

What to do: Drop, cover, and hold on during shaking, and stay clear of anything that could fall. Check for hazards around you after the shaking stops, including broken glass and damaged utilities. Be ready for aftershocks, which can follow in the hours after a quake.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 1, 2026.