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M4.2 Depth: 2.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near CARIBBEAN SEA (Colombia)

UTC time: 2025-10-04 16:26:58 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near CARIBBEAN SEA (Colombia) on October 4, 2025 at 16:26 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 2 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 2 km
Shallow
2 km
2 km — shallower than the regional average (84.6 km)
Regional average: 84.6 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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