M3.4 Depth: 9.7 km

M3.4 Earthquake near 70 km NNE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands (British Virgin Islands)

UTC time: 2025-09-24 05:06:34 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.4 earthquake was recorded near 70 km NNE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands (British Virgin Islands) on September 24, 2025 at 05:06 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M3.4

Depth

9.7 km

UTC time

2025-09-24 05:06:34 UTC

Local time

—

Country

British Virgin Islands

Source

usgs

Coordinates

18.87050, -64.44267

Temperature

27.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

9.7 km

9.7 km — shallower than the regional average (40.6 km)

Regional average: 40.6 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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