M3.6 Earthquake 187 km N of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands — November 28, 2025
2025-11-28 18:36:49 UTC (2025-11-28) · approx. 2:36 PM UTC-4 local
On November 28, 2025 at 18:36 UTC, a magnitude 3.6 shallow crustal earthquake struck 187 km N of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands, at a depth of 30.0 km and coordinates 19.9901°, -64.4506°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 3.6 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 4.2 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 193 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-64.4506°E
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How strong was the magnitude 3.6 earthquake near Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands?
The magnitude 3.6 earthquake that struck 187 km N of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands on November 28, 2025 at 18:36 UTC had a depth of 30.0 km. For context, this was a minor earthquake typically detected only by instruments.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 3.6 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 3.6 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: pr2025332001). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, November 28, 2025). M3.6 Earthquake 187 km N of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands — November 28, 2025. Retrieved May 24, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/pr2025332001/