M4.5 Depth: 39.4 km

M4.5 Earthquake near 136 km NW of Ternate, Indonesia (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2025-09-18 17:08:48 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near 136 km NW of Ternate, Indonesia (Indonesia) on September 18, 2025 at 17:08 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 39 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks. Indonesia: 63 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.2.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

39.4 km

UTC time

2025-09-18 17:08:48 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Indonesia

City

Maluku Utara

Source

usgs

Coordinates

1.64960, 126.50070

Temperature

27.1°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

39.4 km

39.4 km — shallower than the regional average (49.7 km)

Regional average: 49.7 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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