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M1.9 Earthquake near 26 km WSW of Progreso, B.C., MX (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-04-29 01:58:33 UTC Local time:

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About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.9 earthquake was recorded near 26 km WSW of Progreso, B.C., MX (Mexico) on April 29, 2025 at 01:58 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 6 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. 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.

Details

ID
435178620f6eab06c561ecf10d51e95ea45ae8a1
Magnitude
M1.9
Depth
5.9 km
UTC time
2025-04-29 01:58:33 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
32.45233, -115.81100
Temperature
26.4°C

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 5.9 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 5.9 km
Shallow
5.9 km
5.9 km — shallower than the regional average (45.2 km)
Regional average: 45.2 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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