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M4.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near BAJA CALIFORNIA, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-10-17 03:33:43 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near BAJA CALIFORNIA, MEXICO (Mexico) on October 17, 2025 at 03:33 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude
M4.0
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-17 03:33:43 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Baja California
Source
emsc
Coordinates
29.18600, -113.89000
Temperature
16.2°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 km)
Regional average: 46 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

  • Jaraguay Volcanic Field
    Distance: 61 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 960 m ·Mexico
  • San Borja Volcanic Field
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  • San Luis, Isla
    Distance: 101 km ·Tuff cone ·Elevation: 183 m ·Last eruption: -1141 ·Mexico
  • Tortuga, Isla
    Distance: 276 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 224 m ·Mexico
  • Pinacate
    Distance: 299 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'183 m ·Mexico
  • Comondu-La Purisima
    Distance: 404 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 780 m ·Mexico

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