Magnitude
M4.3
- Depth
- 57.2 km
- Source
- EMSC
Michoacán · Huetamo
Country overviewMexico · Michoacán
M4.3 Earthquake near Huetamo, Michoacán (Mexico)
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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
Depth profile
Shallow
57.2 km
57.2 km — deeper than the regional average (45.6 km)
Regional average: 45.6 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
Volcanoes nearby
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Popocatepetl Activity reported
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Context for this earthquake
05 Oct 2025 – 05 Oct 2026 · M ≥ 3.0 · 841 Catalogue entries
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