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M3.9 Depth: 13.2 km

M3.9 Earthquake near Azores-Cape St. Vincent Ridge

UTC time: 2026-05-06 18:47:06 UTC Local time: —
M3.9 earthquake near Azores-Cape St. Vincent Ridge on May 6, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.9 Earthquake near Azores-Cape St. Vincent Ridge · 2026-05-06 18:47:06 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.9 earthquake was recorded near Azores-Cape St. Vincent Ridge on May 6, 2026 at 18:47 UTC. With a focal depth of about 13 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by ISC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.9
Depth
13.2 km
UTC time
2026-05-06 18:47:06 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
isc
Coordinates
36.60290, -11.21270
Temperature
15.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 13.2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 13.2 km
Shallow
13.2 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

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)
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