The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre publishes earthquake information worldwide and is especially quick for Europe and the Mediterranean. It combines seismic data with crowdsourced reports from people who felt the shaking, through its website and LastQuake app.
Felt reports often arrive before seismic solutions, which makes EMSC one of the fastest sources after a quake.
What you can do
Live earthquake list and map
Crowdsourced felt reports and photos
LastQuake app alerts
The details
Coverage
Worldwide, strongest in Europe
Updates
Live / real time
Data source
Seismic networks and crowdsourced reports
Made by
European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (non-profit)
Price
Free
Account
No account needed
On phones
Phone app available
Map view
Flat map
Tips for using EMSC LastQuake
Install the LastQuake app to report shaking and get alerts based on where you are.
Who it is for
EMSC LastQuake is especially useful for journalists and weather watchers.
No. You can open the map and use it without signing up.
How often is EMSC LastQuake updated?
EMSC LastQuake shows data in real time or close to it, so what you see is happening now (most live maps have a delay of a few seconds to a few minutes).
Where does EMSC LastQuake get its data?
Seismic networks and crowdsourced reports.
Can I use EMSC LastQuake on my phone?
Yes. There is a phone app (iPhone, Android), and the website also works in a browser.
What are some alternatives to EMSC LastQuake?
Similar maps include USGS Latest Earthquakes, NASA FIRMS Fire Map, Zoom Earth and National Hurricane Center. See the full list of EMSC LastQuake alternatives on ColorfulMaps.
Summary based on public information about EMSC LastQuake. Features and prices change; the map's own website has the latest details.