M4.2 Depth: 9.5 km

M4.2 Earthquake near 45 km S of Bambanglipuro, Indonesia

UTC time: 2025-03-02 05:00:41 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near 45 km S of Bambanglipuro, Indonesia on March 2, 2025 at 05:00 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
9.5 km
UTC time
2025-03-02 05:00:41 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
-8.35900, 110.22620

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 9.5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 9.5 km
Shallow
9.5 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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