A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck Jan Mayen Island on March 9, 2025. It had a depth of 10 km and was felt in Svalbard, Iceland, and Norway. This follows a previous 6.5 magnitude quake in the region.
On March 9, 2025, a magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck the Jan Mayen Island region in the Arctic Ocean, with a recorded depth of 10 km as reported by USGS. This seismic event was significant, following closely after a prior quake of 6.5 magnitude in the same area. Tremors were felt not only in Jan Mayen but also across Svalbard and parts of Norway and Iceland.
The 6.6 magnitude earthquake in the Jan Mayen Island region underscores the geological activity present in the Arctic Ocean. This event, following a previous quake of 6.5 magnitude, highlights the potential for strong seismic occurrences in remote areas affecting nearby populations.
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