M2.5
Depth:
18.0 km
M2.5 Earthquake near NORTHERN ALGERIA (Algeria)
About this earthquake
On May 23, 2025 at 13:51 UTC, a magnitude M2.5 earthquake occurred near NORTHERN ALGERIA (Algeria). With a focal depth of about 18 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.
The event was recorded by EMSC.
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Depth profile
Shallow
18 km
18 km — deeper than the regional average (12.1 km)
Regional average: 12.1 km
Why depth matters
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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Calatrava Volcanic Field
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