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M4.1 Depth: 3.5 km

M4.1 Earthquake near Sermersooq (Greenland)

UTC time: 2025-10-10 13:19:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 10, 2025 at 13:19 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near Sermersooq (Greenland). With a focal depth of about 4 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by GEUS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
3.5 km
UTC time
2025-10-10 13:19:47 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Greenland
City
Sermersooq
Source
geus_gl
Coordinates
65.90000, -37.49900

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 3.5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 3.5 km
Shallow
3.5 km
3.5 km — shallower than the regional average (11.8 km)
Regional average: 11.8 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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