M5.2 Earthquake 160 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe — October 27, 2025
2025-10-27 12:46:27 UTC (2025-10-27) · approx. 8:46 AM UTC-4 local
On October 27, 2025 at 12:46 UTC, a magnitude 5.2 shallow crustal earthquake struck 160 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 16.4789°, -59.5812°. This earthquake was detected by 108 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 416, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 5.2 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 951 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 2.3 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-59.5812°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 5.2 earthquake near Beauséjour, Guadeloupe?
The magnitude 5.2 earthquake that struck 160 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe on October 27, 2025 at 12:46 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a moderate earthquake that could be widely felt.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 16.4789°, -59.5812°, which is 160 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 5.2 earthquakes can continue for days to weeks 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: us6000rnt6). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, October 27, 2025). M5.2 Earthquake 160 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe — October 27, 2025. Retrieved May 26, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rnt6/