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M 3.04 earthquake - 62 km NNE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands

USGS reports a magnitude 3.04 earthquake located 62 km NNE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands (18.817, -64.498) at a depth of 18.42 km. Report published 2026-09-18T11:10:07.340Z.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence
9/10
Geographic reach
2/10
Global importance
2/10
Impact magnitude
2/10
Positivity
2/10
Urgency
3/10

Why it matters

A small, shallow earthquake that may be felt locally but is unlikely to cause damage. Relevant for local situational awareness, traveler precautions, and seismic monitoring efforts.

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