As of 26 September 2026, 0 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Martinique in the past 24 hours, 2 in the last 7 days and 3 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 4.5 event near Martinique region, Windward Isl. at 57 km depth on 20 September 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.
Martinique lies on the Lesser Antilles arc beneath Mount Pelee, whose 1902 eruption was the deadliest of the twentieth century. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Martinique (Fort-de-France) - today, yesterday, this week and the last 30 days - including magnitude, depth and timing. Data is sourced from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and updates automatically.
Whether you are checking for a quake that happened just now, looking for a USGS-style earthquake map for Martinique, tracking tremors and seismic activity over the last 7 days, or watching for a big or major earthquake, this page stays current. For instant earthquake alerts in Martinique - the moment a quake strikes near you - the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications with custom magnitude and region rules.
Latest earthquakes in Martinique
Did people in Martinique feel recent earthquakes?
No community-felt earthquakes reported in Martinique in the current feed. When the ground moves, QuakeMate users report what they felt in seconds - be the first.
Watching Martinique from abroad?
Many people reading this page are not in Martinique - they are checking on family, friends or colleagues who are. Here is what the most significant recent earthquake actually means, in plain terms.
- How strong was it
- A magnitude 4.5 earthquake near 54 km ENE of Sainte-Marie, Martinique on 20/09/2026, 02:44:21 - a light earthquake, usually felt near the epicentre but rarely damaging.
- Was it widely felt
- No felt reports have been submitted for this earthquake yet. That is common for events offshore, at depth, or away from populated areas.
- What happens next
- 1 further earthquake of magnitude 2.5 or above has been recorded in Martinique since. Aftershocks typically continue for days to weeks and decay in frequency.
Earthquakes in Martinique: frequently asked questions
Were there any earthquakes in Martinique today?
No earthquakes have been recorded in or near Martinique in the last 24 hours in the QuakeMate feed. Activity can begin at any time - the map above updates automatically and the app sends instant alerts.
How many earthquakes were there in Martinique yesterday?
No earthquakes were recorded in or near Martinique in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.
How many earthquakes have there been in Martinique this week (last 7 days)?
2 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Martinique in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.
How many earthquakes have there been in Martinique in the last 30 days?
3 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Martinique in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 4.5.
Are there earthquakes in Martinique?
Yes. Martinique is seismically active - 3 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Martinique in the last 30 days. Martinique lies on the Lesser Antilles arc beneath Mount Pelee, whose 1902 eruption was the deadliest of the twentieth century.
What was the most recent earthquake in Martinique?
The most recent earthquake in Martinique was a magnitude 3.8 event near Martinique region, Windward Isl. at a depth of 31 km.
What is the strongest recent earthquake in Martinique?
The strongest earthquake in the recent Martinique feed was magnitude 4.5, located near Martinique region, Windward Isl..
Is Martinique in an earthquake zone?
Martinique lies on the Lesser Antilles arc beneath Mount Pelee, whose 1902 eruption was the deadliest of the twentieth century.
How many earthquakes does Martinique get per year?
The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Martinique's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 3 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. Martinique lies on the Lesser Antilles arc beneath Mount Pelee, whose 1902 eruption was the deadliest of the twentieth century. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.
Is there a tsunami warning for Martinique?
Martinique is landlocked or not directly exposed to ocean tsunamis, so its direct tsunami risk is very low. QuakeMate still flags tsunami-capable earthquakes worldwide; see quakemate.app/tsunamis for global tsunami activity.
Is there an earthquake alert app for Martinique?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Martinique, with custom magnitude and region rules so you are notified the moment a quake strikes near you. It also offers a live map, "Did You Feel It" community reports and tsunami warnings. Download it at quakemate.app/download.
What is the best app to track earthquakes in Martinique?
QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Martinique: real-time data from USGS, EMSC and regional networks, instant push alerts, a live map, magnitude and depth for every event, and community felt reports. Available on iOS at quakemate.app/download.
Where can I see a USGS earthquake map for Martinique?
QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Martinique on the interactive map above, updated automatically. Each event shows magnitude, depth, location and time, and links to a permalink page - a faster, mobile-friendly way to read the same USGS data.
Has there been a big earthquake in Martinique recently?
The strongest recent earthquake in or near Martinique was magnitude 4.5 near Martinique region, Windward Isl.. No major (M6+) earthquake has hit recently, but conditions can change quickly. See the live map and full list above for the latest activity.
More on how earthquakes work? Read the earthquake Q&A →
Get earthquake alerts for Martinique
QuakeMate sends real-time alerts the moment an earthquake strikes near you - free on iOS, with community “Did You Feel It” reports.
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Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS, EMSC and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.