Magnitude
M1.6
- Depth
- 8.6 km
- Source
- USGS
25 km SW of Progreso, B.C., MX
Country overviewMexico
M1.6 Earthquake near 25 km SW of Progreso, B.C., MX (Mexico)
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About this earthquake
On April 29, 2025 at 02:18 UTC, a magnitude M1.6 earthquake occurred near 25 km SW of Progreso, B.C., MX (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 9 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.
The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks. Mexico: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.2.
Details
ID
563590966090a020e484ed799a74bc72dba16173
Magnitude
M1.6
Depth
8.6 km
UTC time
2025-04-29 02:18:48 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
32.45333,
-115.80767
Temperature
26.9°C
Depth profile
Shallow
8.6 km
8.6 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
Volcanoes nearby
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Salton Buttes
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Pinacate
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San Luis, Isla
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Jaraguay Volcanic Field
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San Borja Volcanic Field
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San Francisco Volcanic Field
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Stats (last 24h)
Global (24h)
489
Country (24h)
Mexico
2