M3.0
Depth:
4.2 km
M3.0 Earthquake near ROMANIA (Romania)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near ROMANIA (Romania) on October 18, 2025 at 11:31 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 4 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.
The event was recorded by EMSC.
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Depth profile
Shallow
4.2 km
4.2 km — shallower than the regional average (85.1 km)
Regional average: 85.1 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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Stats (last 24h)
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591
Country (24h)
Romania
1