Magnitude
M1.2
- Depth
- 9.7 km
- Source
- USGS
Baja California
Country overviewMexico
M1.2 Earthquake near 12 km S of Ocotillo, CA (Mexico)
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About this earthquake
A magnitude M1.2 earthquake was recorded near 12 km S of Ocotillo, CA (Mexico) on October 18, 2025 at 23:51 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.
The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.
Details
ID
578c2d9de83de8eb0731df212b3a620bdfb55fc9
Magnitude
M1.2
Depth
9.7 km
UTC time
2025-10-18 23:51:20 UTC
Local time
—
Country
City
Source
usgs
Coordinates
32.62833,
-115.96850
Temperature
17.1°C
Depth profile
Shallow
9.7 km
9.7 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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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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Uinkaret Field
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San Francisco Volcanic Field
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