Earthquake REYKJANES RIDGE (6.8 mw) (2025-04-03 14:09:31 UTC)
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck on REYKJANES RIDGE, at 2025-04-03 14:09:31 UTC. Reviewed by EMSC seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mw and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in REYKJANES RIDGE
Recommendation
Major Earthquake
Major Earthquake
Action
Violent shaking with widespread damage possible.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. After the initial shock, carefully evacuate the building. Outdoors: Stay in an open area. Expect aftershocks and potential hazards.
Magnitudo (mw)
6.8
Automatic
EMSC
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: emsc_20250403_0000166
Nearest Places
- Hecate Seamount / 82.44 km
- Minia Seamount / 194.77 km
- Charlie-Gibbs Fracture Zone / 234.87 km
- Faraday Seamounts / 428.46 km
- Resting Place of HMS Veteran September 1942 / 465.45 km
Comment
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Depth: 1.20 km
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Depth: 10.00 km
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Depth: 10.00 km
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Time:
Depth: 10.00 km
Source: USGS (Confirmed)
Time:
Depth: 10.00 km
Source: USGS (Confirmed)