M4.0 earthquake: Greenland Sea
According to EMSC, a magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck near Greenland Sea on October 2, 2026. It was recorded at 01:06 AM UTC at a depth of 28 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by EMSC.
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Magnitude
M4.0
M · Light
Depth
28 km
Shallow
Time (UTC)
01:06:55 AM
October 2, 2026
Source
EMSC
Earthquakes recorded nearby afterwards
Since this earthquake, 2 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M3.9.
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 63 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M6.7 earthquake on July 20, 1992.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the October 2, 2026 earthquake near Greenland Sea?
The earthquake occurred near Greenland Sea at 79.264° N, 2.963° E, at a depth of 28 km.
How strong was the earthquake near Greenland Sea?
EMSC reported a magnitude of M 4.0 (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 Greenland Sea?
Since this earthquake, 2 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M3.9.