M1.8 Depth: 23.2 km

M1.8 Earthquake near 11 km E of Puebla, B.C., MX (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-11-29 13:56:52 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On November 29, 2025 at 13:56 UTC, a magnitude M1.8 earthquake occurred near 11 km E of Puebla, B.C., MX (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 23 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M1.8
Depth
23.2 km
UTC time
2025-11-29 13:56:52 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
32.57633, -115.23200
Temperature
12.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 23.2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 23.2 km
Shallow
23.2 km
23.2 km — shallower than the regional average (46 km)
Regional average: 46 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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