M4.9 Earthquake 159 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe — November 15, 2025
2025-11-15 15:43:47 UTC (2025-11-15) · approx. 11:43 AM UTC-4 local
On November 15, 2025 at 15:43 UTC, a magnitude 4.9 shallow crustal earthquake struck 159 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 16.3807°, -59.5794°. This earthquake was detected by 139 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 369, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.9 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 338 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.4 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-59.5794°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.9 earthquake near Beauséjour, Guadeloupe?
The magnitude 4.9 earthquake that struck 159 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe on November 15, 2025 at 15:43 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 16.3807°, -59.5794°, which is 159 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.9 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: us6000rngx). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, November 15, 2025). M4.9 Earthquake 159 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe — November 15, 2025. Retrieved May 25, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rngx/