Norwegian seismic agency probes reported magnitude-4 quake north of Tromsø
Norsar says a magnitude-4 earthquake was recorded about 68 km north of Tromsø at 17:01, and the agency is verifying the report.
The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre logged a magnitude-4 tremor roughly 68 km north of Tromsø at 17:01. Norway’s seismic monitoring body Norsar confirmed the reading and is currently investigating the data. Such a quake is typically felt indoors, according to Norsar, and no damage has been reported yet.
Why it matters
Verifying the quake helps authorities assess any risk to residents and infrastructure in the Tromsø region.
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