First published Oct 29, 2026, 6:03:16 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 29, 2026, 6:03:16 AM UTC

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Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.6M, Depth:10km) in South Sandwich Islands Region 29/10/2026 05:06 UTC, No people affected in 100km.

Reported by GDACS Global Disaster Alerts

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake occurred in the South Sandwich Islands Region at a depth of 10 km. The source reports no people affected within 100 km.

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Affected location: South Sandwich Islands Region
Magnitude 5
Depth 10 km

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The report describes a localized earthquake with no people affected within the stated 100 km radius.

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GDACS Global Disaster Alerts Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.6M, Depth:10km) in South Sandwich Islands Region 29/10/2026 05:06 UTC, No people affected in 100km.Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System (GDACS) Usage terms

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