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M4.2 Depth: 30.1 km

M4.2 Earthquake near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-05-19 05:56:02 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico) on May 19, 2025 at 05:56 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 30 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
30.1 km
UTC time
2025-05-19 05:56:02 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Oaxaca
Source
emsc
Coordinates
15.67200, -96.53000
Temperature
29.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 30.1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 30.1 km
Shallow
30.1 km
30.1 km — shallower than the regional average (46.1 km)
Regional average: 46.1 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

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