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M0.9 Depth: 0.1 km

M0.9 Earthquake near Windward Islands (France)

UTC time: 2025-11-15 23:10:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M0.9 earthquake was recorded near Windward Islands (France) on November 15, 2025 at 23:10 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 0 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by IPGP. France: 22 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.2.

Details

Magnitude
M0.9
Depth
0.1 km
UTC time
2025-11-15 23:10:32 UTC
Local time
—
Country
France
City
Martinique
Source
ipgp
Coordinates
14.81781, -61.16647
Temperature
25.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 0.1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 0.1 km
Shallow
0.1 km
0.1 km — shallower than the regional average (5.7 km)
Regional average: 5.7 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

  • Pelee
    Distance: 1 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'372 m ·Last eruption: 1932 ·France
  • Plat Pays, Morne
    Distance: 52 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 940 m ·Last eruption: 1270 ·Dominica
  • Watt, Morne
    Distance: 56 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'224 m ·Last eruption: 1997 ·Dominica
  • Trois Pitons, Morne
    Distance: 64 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 1'387 m ·Last eruption: 920 ·Dominica
  • Diablotins, Morne
    Distance: 80 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'430 m ·Dominica
  • Diables, Morne aux
    Distance: 93 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 861 m ·Dominica

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