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M2.1 Depth: 16.7 km

M2.1 Earthquake near STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR (Morocco)

UTC time: 2025-07-09 23:25:46 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.1 earthquake was recorded near STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR (Morocco) on July 9, 2025 at 23:25 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 17 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 16.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 16.7 km
Shallow
16.7 km
16.7 km — close to the regional average (17.7 km)
Regional average: 17.7 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
    Distance: 412 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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