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M4.1 Earthquake near GULF OF CALIFORNIA (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-07-05 02:51:44 UTC Local time: —

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About this earthquake

On July 5, 2025 at 02:51 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near GULF OF CALIFORNIA (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 9 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Mexico: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.2.

Details

ID
4f86cd806278163be54364cc9bacdf17e6528e6d
Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
8.7 km
UTC time
2025-07-05 02:51:44 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
Source
emsc
Coordinates
31.42900, -114.43400
Temperature
28.5°C

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 8.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 8.7 km
Shallow
8.7 km
8.7 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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