M3.3
Depth:
71.9 km
M3.3 Earthquake near STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR (Spain)
About this earthquake
On October 18, 2025 at 19:59 UTC, a magnitude M3.3 earthquake occurred near STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR (Spain). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 72 km. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Spain: 10 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.1.
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Depth profile
Intermediate
71.9 km
71.9 km — deeper than the regional average (10.1 km)
Regional average: 10.1 km
Why depth matters
Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.
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Calatrava Volcanic Field
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