M4.2 Depth: 49.5 km

M4.2 Earthquake near 25 km WNW of Churāchāndpur, India

UTC time: 2025-03-17 19:37:18 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On March 17, 2025 at 19:37 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near 25 km WNW of Churāchāndpur, India. With a focal depth of about 50 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 USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
49.5 km
UTC time
2025-03-17 19:37:18 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
24.43940, 93.44900

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 49.5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 49.5 km
Shallow
49.5 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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