M4.9 Earthquake Strikes East of Georgetown, Saint Helena

Georgetown, Saint Helena — A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck in the South Atlantic east of Saint Helena on Wednesday afternoon, November 11, 2026.

What happened:

The earthquake struck at 4:03 PM CT, centered about 110 kilometers east of Georgetown, Saint Helena, at a depth of about 10 kilometers. The U.S. Geological Survey has reviewed the event and lists no tsunami threat.

Impacts:

No felt reports have come in so far, and no damage has been reported. The quake struck in a remote stretch of the South Atlantic, far from any large population center.

What to do:

If you feel shaking, drop to the ground, take cover under a sturdy table, and hold on until the shaking stops. Stay away from windows and anything that could fall. Be ready for aftershocks and check for hazards such as gas leaks or broken glass before moving around.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 11, 2026.