Small earthquake felt near Ribeira Grande on São Miguel
CIVISA recorded a magnitude 1.4 event at 17:16 local time on 9 October, about one kilometre south of Ribeirinha on São Miguel.
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Archived 12 September 2026The event was weakly felt in Matriz, Ribeira Grande. CIVISA continues monitoring; residents should use official updates rather than rumours.
- The recorded magnitude was 1.4 on the Richter scale.
- The maximum reported intensity was II/III on the Modified Mercalli scale in Matriz.
- Azores Civil Protection published the notice at 17:45 on 9 October.
What the notice establishes
The epicentre was estimated about one kilometre south of Ribeirinha. A low magnitude and weak felt intensity describe this event; they do not predict whether another event will occur.
CIVISA says it will issue further information if needed. There was no evacuation order in the published notice.
Use basic earthquake precautions
After shaking, check for injury, major structural damage and utility problems without using a flame where gas may have leaked. Do not use lifts in a damaged building.
Keep a household emergency kit and follow Civil Protection or police directions. Call 112 for an actual emergency, not for general confirmation of a notice.
What you can do now.
- 01
Follow CIVISA and Azores Civil Protection updates.
- 02
Check your household emergency kit.
- 03
Call 112 only for an immediate emergency.
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