Earthquake Reykjanes Ridge (6.8 mww) (2025-04-03 14:09:29 UTC)

1743689369

52.4916, -32.0982

10.00 KM

A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck on Reykjanes Ridge, at 2025-04-03 14:09:29 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mww and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in Reykjanes Ridge

Recommendation
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.

Earthquake Reykjanes Ridge (6.8 mww) (2025-04-03 14:09:29 UTC)

Magnitudo (mww)

6.8

Confirmed
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_us6000q3nw

Nearest Places

Hecate Seamount / 80.21 km
Minia Seamount / 194.7 km
Charlie-Gibbs Fracture Zone / 231.41 km
Faraday Seamounts / 417.1 km
Faraday Fracture Zone / 462.65 km

Comment

Latest Earthquake

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Depth: 2.95 km
Source: USGS (Automatic)

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5.2

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Time: 1744111825
Depth: 10.00 km
Source: USGS (Confirmed)

5.2

SOUTHEAST CENTRAL PACIFIC OCEAN
Time: 1744111825
Depth: 10.00 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)

1.5

CENTRAL TURKEY
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Depth: 9.10 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)

Nearest Earthquake

5.5

REYKJANES RIDGE
Time: 1743839830
Depth: 10.00 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)

5.5

Reykjanes Ridge
Time: 1743839829
Depth: 10.00 km
Source: USGS (Confirmed)

4.4

northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge
Time: 1743781754
Depth: 10.00 km
Source: USGS (Confirmed)

5.0

REYKJANES RIDGE
Time: 1743726506
Depth: 8.40 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)

4.8

NORTHERN MID-ATLANTIC RIDGE
Time: 1743716941
Depth: 1.20 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)