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M5.6 Green Earthquake in United States – 22 May 2026

Occurred 22 May 2026·Detected 22 May 2026·
🇺🇸 United States (exact epicentre unspecified)1 reportEnded 29 May 2026
Natural CatastrophePropertyMarine CargoEnergyCasualty & Liability

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck the United States on 22 May 2026 at 12:16 UTC, at a shallow depth of approximately 13.6 km. GDACS issued a Green alert level, indicating minimal impact, with only a few people estimated to be affected at MMI III shaking intensity. At MMI III, shaking is felt but rarely causes damage to structures. The event is considered low severity from an emergency and insurance loss perspective.

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Impact verdict

Low impact. GDACS Green alert with MMI III shaking and few people affected indicates minimal structural damage potential and negligible insured loss expectation from this event.

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Geographic Zone Matches

2 active matches

  • TRIA Certified Areas
    Rule-basedConfidence 100%
  • Pacific Ring of Fire
    Rule-basedConfidence 100%

Geographic zone matches are RiskEvents spatial/analytical indicators, not coverage determinations or Lloyd's official classifications.

Affected countries

🇺🇸 United States

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