A significant seismic event registering 5.1 magnitude was recorded along the Southern East Pacific Rise. The tremor occurred on January 30, 2026, at 02:35 UTC, in a remote section of the oceanic plate boundary.
The hypocenter of the event was determined to be relatively shallow, estimated at a focal depth of 10.0 kilometers. The epicenter was located near coordinates -28.55 latitude and -112.90 longitude, an active divergent boundary known for frequent tectonic activity.
Environmental conditions at the ocean surface above the epicenter were recorded, noting overcast clouds. Temperatures in the immediate vicinity were measured at a mild 22.1°C.
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