IGN Reports Series of Minor Earthquakes Across Canary Islands
The National Geographic Institute is monitoring a series of minor, routine seismic tremors recently recorded across the Canary Islands, confirming that the activity remains within expected geological parameters.
Over the past 72 hours, the National Geographic Institute (IGN) has recorded a series of minor earthquakes across the Canary Islands. Experts emphasize that these tremors are normal for the region, which is geologically active, and that constant monitoring is essential for tracking the stability of the subsoil.
The data shows seismic activity both at sea and in specific areas of Tenerife. The most significant events include a 2.7-magnitude quake on Thursday, June 18, at 9:13 p.m., located 36 kilometers below the ocean floor. Earlier that day, at 11:01 a.m., a 2.6-magnitude quake occurred at sea level. A third notable event took place early Friday, June 19, at 12:33 a.m., measuring 2.5 in magnitude and occurring 34 kilometers deep in the Atlantic-Canaries region.
Other recorded tremors were minor, ranging between 1.6 and 2.4 in magnitude. These were scattered across the waters between Gran Canaria and Tenerife, the northern part of the archipelago, and some small tectonic shifts within Tenerife itself.
Because these earthquakes are generally too small or too deep to be felt, they often go unnoticed by the public. However, they serve as a reminder that the Canary Islands remain volcanically active. Scientists confirm that this activity is consistent with standard monitoring models, which help distinguish between normal background seismicity and any signs of a potential change in the islands' volcanic state. The IGN continues to publish these findings to ensure transparency and maintain a clear understanding of the geological processes shaping the region.