Earthquake 249 km NNE of Fais, Micronesia (4.9 mb) (2025-04-16 18:14:00 UTC)
A 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck on 249 km NNE of Fais, Micronesia, at 2025-04-16 18:14:00 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mb and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 249 km NNE of Fais, Micronesia
Recommendation
Strong Earthquake
Strong Earthquake
Action
Moderate shaking can cause damage to weak structures.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Stay away from windows and heavy furniture. Outdoors: Move to an open space. If in a car: Pull over and stop in a safe area.
Magnitudo (mb)
4.9
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us6000q6kv
Nearest Places
- Mariana Trench - Challenger Deep / 115.81 km
- West Mariana Ridge / 176.5 km
- Parece Vela Basin / 184.9 km
- Titley Tablemount / 216.92 km
- Mariana Trough / 232.38 km
Comment
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