M4.2 earthquake: Iceland Region
According to EMSC, a magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck near Iceland Region on September 26, 2026. It was recorded at 03:00 AM GMT at a depth of 10 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by EMSC.
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Magnitude
M4.2
Mb · Light
Depth
10 km
Shallow
Time (UTC)
03:00:29 AM
September 26, 2026
Local time
03:00 AM
September 26, 2026 · GMT
Earthquakes recorded nearby afterwards
Since this earthquake, 2 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M4.3.
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 22 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M5.6 earthquake on July 6, 2005.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the September 26, 2026 earthquake near Iceland Region?
The earthquake occurred near Iceland Region at 68.585° N, 16.747° W, at a depth of 10 km.
How strong was the earthquake near Iceland Region?
EMSC reported a magnitude of Mb 4.2 (light). How strongly it was felt, and any damage, also depend on depth, distance from the epicenter and local ground conditions.
Were there aftershocks after the earthquake near Iceland Region?
Since this earthquake, 2 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M4.3.