From 1990 until this earthquake, 40 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.
M6.7Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen · 230 km W · 10 kmUSGS
M6.1Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen · 218 km W · 10 kmUSGS
M5.9Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen · 215 km W · 10 kmUSGS
M5.3Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen · 188 km WSW · 10 kmUSGS
M5.2Svalbard region · 10 km
Frequently asked questions
Where was the October 8, 2026 earthquake near Svalbard Region?
The earthquake occurred near Svalbard Region at 78.351° N, 7.591° E, at a depth of 13 km.
How strong was the earthquake near Svalbard Region?
EMSC reported a magnitude of M 4.3 (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 Svalbard Region?
Since this earthquake, 2 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M3.0.