M4.8 Earthquake near Davis Strait — November 13, 2025
2025-11-13 06:21:20 UTC (2025-11-13) · approx. 2:21 AM UTC-4 local
On November 13, 2025 at 06:21 UTC, a magnitude 4.8 shallow crustal earthquake struck near Davis Strait, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 60.1860°, -58.3006°. This earthquake was detected by 153 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 354, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.8 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 239 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.2 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-58.3006°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.8 earthquake near Davis Strait?
The magnitude 4.8 earthquake that struck near Davis Strait on November 13, 2025 at 06:21 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 60.1860°, -58.3006°, which is near Davis Strait.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.8 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: us6000rn2n). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, November 13, 2025). M4.8 Earthquake near Davis Strait — November 13, 2025. Retrieved May 25, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rn2n/