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M3.2 Depth: 12.1 km

M3.2 Earthquake near Estación Delta, Baja California (Mexico)

UTC time: 2026-05-24 17:24:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 24, 2026 at 17:24 UTC, a magnitude M3.2 earthquake occurred near Estación Delta, Baja California (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 12 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by SCEDC. Mexico: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.1.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 12.1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 12.1 km
Shallow
12.1 km
12.1 km — shallower than the regional average (45.2 km)
Regional average: 45.2 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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