Magnitude 5.2 and 5.0 Earthquakes Today Strike Off Guatemala Coast Prompting Evacuations
Multiple earthquakes today struck different regions worldwide on November 10, 2026, including a pair of moderate tremors off Guatemala's Pacific coast that prompted evacuations and two small quakes in Alaska plus a 4.7-magnitude event in the Gulf of Aqaba that temporarily halted flights at Israel's Ramon Airport.
Guatemala Pacific Coast Earthquakes
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck at 8:54 a.m. with epicenter in the Pacific Ocean off Guatemala at approximately 30 km depth and was felt in Escuintla, Sacatepéquez, Jalapa, Sololá and Totonicapán, leading to preventive evacuations. [5] A second Guatemala quake of magnitude 5.0 followed at 9:23 a.m. with epicenter also in the Pacific Ocean at about 45 km depth. [5] No casualties or major damage were reported from either event. [5] The first movement was recorded with a preliminary magnitude of 5.2 and depth of approximately 30 kilometers according to the Instituto Nacional de Sismología, Vulcanología, Meteorología e Hidrología. [5] Its epicenter was located in the Pacific Ocean off the Guatemalan coasts. [5] The tremor was felt in departments such as Escuintla, Sacatepéquez, Jalapa, Sololá and Totonicapán. [5] Preventive evacuations were also reported in buildings and workplaces. [5] Approximately half an hour later at 9:23 a.m. authorities reported another quake of magnitude 5.0 also with epicenter in the Pacific Ocean and depth close to 45 kilometers. [5] The first official reports did not indicate victims or important material damages. [5] Authorities continued monitoring to identify possible effects. [5]
Alaska Seismic Activity
A magnitude 2.8 earthquake occurred 95 km SSW of Kaktovik, Alaska at a depth of 7.5 km. [1] A magnitude 3.6 earthquake struck 102 km SSW of Kaktovik, Alaska at a depth of 5.0 km. [2] The magnitude 2.8 event was recorded at 7.5 km depth with location 95 km SSW of Kaktovik. [1] The magnitude 3.6 event took place at 5.0 km depth with location 102 km SSW of Kaktovik. [2] These measurements come directly from seismic recordings without additional interpretation. [1] [2]
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Gulf of Aqaba Earthquake and Airport Impact
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake hit the Gulf of Aqaba, briefly suspending takeoffs at Israel's Ramon Airport. [3] The tremor was felt in the Eilat area with earthquake alerts activated but no injuries or damage reported. [3] Takeoffs were suspended at Israel's Ramon Airport after the magnitude 4.7 event. [3] The tremor was felt in the southern Eilat area. [4] No injuries or damage were reported following the event. [4] Earthquake alerts were activated in the Eilat area. [3]
Official Response and Public Guidance
Authorities recommended maintaining calm, identifying safe places, moving away from windows and objects that could fall, preparing an emergency backpack and staying alert to possible aftershocks. [5] The recommendations were issued to the population following the events. [5] Officials advised keeping calm and locating secure spots during any seismic activity. [5] Preparation of an emergency kit and attention to possible replicas were also highlighted. [5] Monitoring continued for any further effects. [5]
Regional Seismic Context
Earth movements form part of the geological reality and on occasions can be felt in different departments of the national territory. [5] Guatemala is a region of frequent seismic activity so family prevention and preparation are fundamental. [5] Once again nature reminds of the importance of being prepared before earth movements and protecting the life of families. [5]
What to watch next: Authorities will continue monitoring for possible effects or aftershocks from the events described in the reports.
