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M4.7 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near debubawi qeyihhi bahhiri Southern Red Sea jnwb albhr alahmr (Eritrea)

UTC time: 2025-11-23 08:55:02 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.7 earthquake was recorded near debubawi qeyihhi bahhiri Southern Red Sea jnwb albhr alahmr (Eritrea) on November 23, 2025 at 08:55 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 km — close to the regional average (10 km)
Regional average: 10 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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