Magnitude
M4.7
- Depth
- 30.0 km
- Source
- EMSC
Oaxaca
Country overviewOaxaca
Country overviewOn September 5, 2025 at 06:33 UTC, a magnitude M4.7 earthquake occurred near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 30 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 EMSC.
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
Depth classes per USGS