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M4.3 Depth: 57.2 km

M4.3 Earthquake near Huetamo, Michoacán (Mexico)

UTC time: 2026-02-19 07:02:17 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 19, 2026 at 07:02 UTC, a magnitude M4.3 earthquake occurred near Huetamo, Michoacán (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 57 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.3
Depth
57.2 km
UTC time
2026-02-19 07:02:17 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
State
Michoacán
City
Huetamo
County
Huetamo
Source
emsc
Coordinates
18.62500, -101.15000
Temperature
23.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 57.2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 57.2 km
Shallow
57.2 km
57.2 km — deeper 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

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