Magnitude
M2.3
- Depth
- 9.8 km
- Source
- USGS
Baja California
Country overviewBaja California
Country overviewOn August 2, 2025 at 23:45 UTC, a magnitude M2.3 earthquake occurred near 5 km SSE of Guadalupe Victoria, B.C., MX (Mexico). 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 small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.
The event was recorded by USGS. Mexico: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.2.
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
Depth classes per USGS