M4.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Ukraine-Moldova-Southwestern Russia Region (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-06-29 14:19:41 UTC Local time:
M4.2 earthquake near Stavropol'skij kraj on Jun 29, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M4.2 Earthquake near Ukraine-Moldova-Southwestern Russia Region (Russia) · 2025-06-29 14:19:41 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near Ukraine-Moldova-Southwestern Russia Region (Russia) on June 29, 2025 at 14:19 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.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-06-29 14:19:41 UTC
Local time
Country
City
Stavropol'skij kraj
Source
gfz
Coordinates
45.56000, 42.08000
Temperature
19.1°C

Map

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 (50.1 km)
Regional average: 50.1 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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