M3.5
Depth:
27.2 km
M3.5 Earthquake near Rødøy (Norway)
About this earthquake
On August 19, 2026 at 20:55 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near Rødøy (Norway). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 27 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by GEUS.
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Shallow
27.2 km
27.2 km — deeper than the regional average (9.8 km)
Regional average: 9.8 km
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Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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