Minor M 2.5 Earthquake Detected in France

A minor magnitude 2.5 earthquake was recorded in France on February 18, 2026. The seismic event occurred at a very shallow depth.

What Happened

A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 2.5 ml occurred in France on February 18, 2026, at 11:28 UTC. The event was recorded at a very shallow depth of -5 kilometers.

Location Details

The earthquake was centered at coordinates 49.03°N and 0.412°W within France. The recorded depth of -5 km indicates an extremely shallow seismic event. In geological terms, depths less than 20 km are considered shallow, often making minor events more likely to be felt locally despite their low magnitude.

Impact Assessment

Based on the magnitude of 2.5, this is classified as a minor earthquake. There are currently no reports of damage or injuries associated with this event. No tsunami advisories, watches, or warnings have been issued in relation to this tremor. No alert level color was assigned to this routine seismic activity.

What You Should Know

Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are common worldwide and are often felt by people near the epicenter but rarely cause any structural damage. Such events are considered routine geological occurrences. Residents are advised that while aftershocks are possible, they are typically smaller than the initial event.

Source

Information for this report was provided by the Réseau National de Surveillance Sismique (ReNaSS) and the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). For more details, visit the official event page.