M5.1 Earthquake Strikes the Indian-Antarctic Ridge
Southern Indian Ocean —
What happened:
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck along the western Indian-Antarctic Ridge in the southern Indian Ocean at 3:09 PM Central Time. The quake was about 10 kilometers deep, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Impacts:
The quake happened far out at sea, in a remote stretch of ocean well away from any coast or community. No damage or shaking reports have come in, and no tsunami warning was issued.
What to do:
No action is needed for this remote quake.
As a reminder, if you ever feel shaking, drop, cover, and hold on until it stops, then check for hazards and be ready for aftershocks.
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 12, 2026.
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