M3.0
Depth:
15.0 km
M3.0 Earthquake near Lindesnes (Norway)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near Lindesnes (Norway) on February 19, 2025 at 14:00 UTC. With a focal depth of about 15 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.
The event was recorded by GEUS.
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Shallow
15 km
15 km — deeper than the regional average (9.6 km)
Regional average: 9.6 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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