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M4.6 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-05-15 23:43:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 15, 2025 at 23:43 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico). 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
M4.6
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-05-15 23:43:28 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Oaxaca
Source
emsc
Coordinates
15.69080, -96.58870
Temperature
29.7°C

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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 — shallower than the regional average (46.1 km)
Regional average: 46.1 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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