M 2.2 Earthquake Recorded in France
A minor magnitude 2.2 earthquake occurred in France on March 17, 2026. The seismic event was recorded at a depth of 0 kilometers.
What Happened
A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 2.2 ml occurred in France on March 17, 2026, at 11:42:30 UTC. The event was recorded by the National Seismic Monitoring Network (ReNaSS) and reported via the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).
Location Details
The seismic event was centered at coordinates 49.0828°N and 0.4209°W. The depth was recorded at 0 km. In geological terms, a depth of less than 20 km is considered shallow, though a 0 km reading often indicates an event at or very near the surface.
Impact Assessment
Due to the low magnitude of 2.2, there are no reports of damage or significant shaking. No tsunami advisories, watches, or warnings have been issued in connection with this event. There is currently no alert level color assigned to this routine seismic activity.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes below 3.0 are extremely common and are rarely felt by the general population. Such events are considered routine geological occurrences and do not typically pose a threat to infrastructure or public safety.
Source
Information provided by the National Seismic Monitoring Network (ReNaSS) and EMSC. Event Details
Source: BGS/EMSC Official Notice