M4.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake in Barbados

UTC time: 2025-10-23 01:02:03 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 23, 2025 at 01:02 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred in the Barbados region. 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.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-23 01:02:03 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Barbados

Source

emsc

Coordinates

13.06700, -59.57200

Temperature

28.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 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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Sources: Smithsonian GVP & USGS

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