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M4.7 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near Central Mid-Atlantic Ridge

UTC time: 2026-05-15 14:27:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.7 earthquake was recorded near Central Mid-Atlantic Ridge on May 15, 2026 at 14:27 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 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 data is provided by USP and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M4.7
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-15 14:27:31 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
usp
Coordinates
-0.16597, -18.73345

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Romanche Fracture Zone
    Distance: 100 km ·Fissure vent ·Elevation: -1'528 m ·Undersea Features

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