M4.6 Earthquake 174 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe — October 29, 2025
2025-10-29 15:45:43 UTC (2025-10-29) · approx. 11:45 AM UTC-4 local
On October 29, 2025 at 15:45 UTC, a magnitude 4.6 shallow crustal earthquake struck 174 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 16.4815°, -59.4540°. This earthquake was detected by 31 seismic stations with moderate 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
-59.4540°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.6 earthquake near Beauséjour, Guadeloupe?
The magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck 174 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe on October 29, 2025 at 15:45 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 16.4815°, -59.4540°, which is 174 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: us6000rp5s). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, October 29, 2025). M4.6 Earthquake 174 km E of Beauséjour, Guadeloupe — October 29, 2025. Retrieved May 26, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rp5s/