M 6.5 - 164 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe

October 27, 2025 at 12:38:40 UTC

Depth: 9.00 km (Shallow)

M 6.5

Strong

Green

PAGER Alert

Yes

Tsunami

120

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude6.5 mww
Depth9.00 km (Shallow)
Location16.5419N, 59.5574W
Community IntensityIV (Light)
Mercalli IntensityIII (Weak)
Felt Reports (DYFI)120 people
Alert Level (PAGER)Green — No fatalities or damage expected
Tsunami WarningYes
Significance702 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 6.5 mean?

A magnitude 6.5 earthquake is classified as "Strong". Strong earthquakes can cause severe damage in areas several tens of miles across.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 9.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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