M3.5 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near DOMINICA REGION, LEEWARD ISLANDS (Dominica)

UTC time: 2025-05-19 22:26:40 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.5 earthquake was recorded near DOMINICA REGION, LEEWARD ISLANDS (Dominica) on May 19, 2025 at 22:26 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-19 22:26:40 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Dominica

Source

emsc

Coordinates

15.10600, -61.33000

Temperature

27.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (46.9 km)

Regional average: 46.9 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

Plat Pays, Morne

Distance: 17 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 940 m ·Last eruption: 1270 ·Dominica
Watt, Morne

Distance: 23 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'224 m ·Last eruption: 1997 ·Dominica
Trois Pitons, Morne

Distance: 29 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 1'387 m ·Last eruption: 920 ·Dominica
Pelee

Distance: 37 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'372 m ·Last eruption: 1932 ·France
Diablotins, Morne

Distance: 45 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'430 m ·Dominica
Diables, Morne aux

Distance: 57 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 861 m ·Dominica

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