M4.6 Earthquake 168 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe — October 30, 2025
2025-10-30 16:21:29 UTC (2025-10-30) · approx. 12:21 PM UTC-4 local
On October 30, 2025 at 16:21 UTC, a magnitude 4.6 shallow crustal earthquake struck 168 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 16.5002°, -59.5129°. This earthquake was detected by 35 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 326, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 120 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 899 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-59.5129°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.6 earthquake near Beauséjour, Guadeloupe?
The magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck 168 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe on October 30, 2025 at 16:21 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 16.5002°, -59.5129°, which is 168 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.6 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.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000rkee). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, October 30, 2025). M4.6 Earthquake 168 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe — October 30, 2025. Retrieved May 26, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rkee/