M4.7
Depth:
16.0 km
M4.7 Earthquake near NEAR N COAST OF PAPUA, INDONESIA (Indonesia)
About this earthquake
On October 20, 2025 at 18:50 UTC, a magnitude M4.7 earthquake occurred near NEAR N COAST OF PAPUA, INDONESIA (Indonesia). With a focal depth of about 16 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. Indonesia: 70 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.9.
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Depth profile
Shallow
16 km
16 km — shallower than the regional average (49.8 km)
Regional average: 49.8 km
Why depth matters
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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Stats (last 24h)
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494
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70
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