M0.6 Depth: 0.0 km

M0.6 Earthquake near Avannaata (Greenland)

UTC time: 2026-03-24 01:11:39 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M0.6 earthquake was recorded near Avannaata (Greenland) on March 24, 2026 at 01:11 UTC. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by GEUS.

Details

Magnitude

M0.6

Depth

0.0 km

UTC time

2026-03-24 01:11:39 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greenland

City

Avannaata

Source

geus_gl

Coordinates

70.90900, -51.98200

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Depth profile

Shallow

0 km

0 km — shallower than 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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