On Tuesday afternoon, a light earthquake registered at magnitude 3.1 was recorded in the Svalbard region, slightly shaking the Arctic archipelago. The seismic event occurred at 13:04 local time (GMT +1) and was swiftly detected by regional monitoring stations. Early assessments reported no significant structural damage or injuries, with residents describing only minor tremors and vibrations felt momentarily.

Key details of the event include:

  • Location: Svalbard region, near the western coast
  • Depth: Approximately 10 km below the surface
  • Duration: A few seconds, with no aftershocks observed so far
  • Impact: Minimal damage, no evacuation or emergency calls reported
ParameterValue
Magnitude3.1
Time (Local)01:04 pm (GMT +1)
Coordinates78.2°N, 15.6°E
Depth~10 km