M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near ISLA DE MARGARITA, VENEZUELA RG. (Venezuela)

UTC time: 2025-04-29 16:07:07 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near ISLA DE MARGARITA, VENEZUELA RG. (Venezuela) on April 29, 2025 at 16:07 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.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-04-29 16:07:07 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Venezuela

Source

emsc

Coordinates

11.26100, -63.81600

Temperature

27.0°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (24.5 km)

Regional average: 24.5 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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