M4.8 Earthquake 60 km SSE of Ierápetra, Greece — November 14, 2025
2025-11-14 11:01:08 UTC (2025-11-14) · approx. 1:01 PM UTC+2 local
On November 14, 2025 at 11:01 UTC, a magnitude 4.8 shallow crustal earthquake struck 60 km SSE of Ierápetra, Greece, at a depth of 45.6 km and coordinates 34.5337°, 26.0526°. This earthquake was detected by 76 seismic stations with good 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.
The epicenter is located in Greece, a region characterized by the Hellenic subduction zone, where the African Plate subducts northward beneath the Aegean at roughly 35 mm per year. The nearest mapped fault system is the Hellenic Trench. View all earthquakes in Greece.
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.8 earthquake near Ierápetra, Greece?
The magnitude 4.8 earthquake that struck 60 km SSE of Ierápetra, Greece on November 14, 2025 at 11:01 UTC had a depth of 45.6 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 34.5337°, 26.0526°, which is 60 km SSE of Ierápetra, Greece. View all earthquakes in Greece.
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.
Has Greece had earthquakes this big before?
The largest recorded earthquake in Greece was the M8.5 Crete earthquake of June 29, 1303. Today's magnitude 4.8 event is significantly smaller than that historical record.
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: us6000rn88). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, November 14, 2025). M4.8 Earthquake 60 km SSE of Ierápetra, Greece — November 14, 2025. Retrieved May 25, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rn88/