Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake Strikes Jan Mayen Island, Tremors Felt in Surrounding Regions
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake hit Jan Mayen Island on March 9, 2025, with tremors felt in Svalbard and Iceland. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 km, as reported by the USGS. This event is a significant seismic activity in the area.
On March 9, 2025, a magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck the Jan Mayen Island region, with tremors felt in nearby areas like Svalbard and Iceland. The event occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, as reported by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). This seismic activity has led to heightened awareness and monitoring in the Arctic region due to its potential impacts.
The magnitude 6.5 earthquake in the Jan Mayen Island region demonstrates the seismic activity present in the Arctic. With tremors affecting nearby regions such as Svalbard and Iceland, this event underscores the importance of continuous monitoring of seismic events in such remote locations.
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