M2.2 Depth: 7.6 km

M2.2 Earthquake near NEW MEXICO (United States)

UTC time: 2025-07-14 19:43:33 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On July 14, 2025 at 19:43 UTC, a magnitude M2.2 earthquake occurred near NEW MEXICO (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 8 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. United States: 205 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.7.

Details

Magnitude
M2.2
Depth
7.6 km
UTC time
2025-07-14 19:43:33 UTC
Local time
Country
City
Source
emsc
Coordinates
32.23500, -104.43700
Temperature
32.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 7.6 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 7.6 km
Shallow
7.6 km
7.6 km — shallower than the regional average (15.3 km)
Regional average: 15.3 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

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    Distance: 221 km ·Pyroclastic cone(s) ·Elevation: 1'731 m ·Last eruption: -3250 ·United States
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    Distance: 436 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'550 m ·Last eruption: -1170 ·United States
  • Red Hill-Quemado
    Distance: 466 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'300 m ·Last eruption: -9450 ·United States

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