M4.7 Earthquake Strikes Near Radwanice, Poland

Radwanice, Poland — A magnitude 4.7 earthquake shook ground just south-southeast of Radwanice, Poland, on Thursday afternoon, October 29, at 4:00 PM Central Time.

What happened:

The quake struck about 1 kilometer south-southeast of Radwanice at a shallow depth of about 5 kilometers. The U.S. Geological Survey lists no tsunami threat, which is expected for an inland quake of this size.

Impacts:

Shallow quakes can be felt more strongly near the epicenter, and residents in the surrounding area may have noticed shaking. No felt reports or damage reports have been published yet.

What to do:

- Drop, cover, and hold on during shaking, and stay put until it stops.

- Check your surroundings for hazards such as broken glass and fallen objects.

- Stay alert for aftershocks, which can follow a larger quake.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), October 29, 2026.