M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near EASTERN GREENLAND (Greenland)

UTC time: 2025-09-26 11:52:43 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 26, 2025 at 11:52 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near EASTERN GREENLAND (Greenland). With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-26 11:52:43 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greenland

Source

emsc

Coordinates

79.45130, -17.87550

Temperature

-6.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — close to 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.

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