Category NORTHERN MID-ATLANTIC RIDGE

Magnitude 5.6 Earthquake at Depth 10 km Strikes Northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge on 20th July 2026

Underwater volcanic fissure with smoke and particles, explored by a small yellow underwater drone.

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck the Northern Mid‑Atlantic Ridge on 20th July 2026 at 21:28 UTC, according to preliminary data from global seismic monitoring networks. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 km, which is typical for seismic…