M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near ETHIOPIA (Ethiopia)

UTC time: 2025-10-26 05:24:18 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 26, 2025 at 05:24 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near ETHIOPIA (Ethiopia). 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.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-26 05:24:18 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ethiopia

City

ʿeፋri kiልል Afar ʿfr

Source

emsc

Coordinates

9.62600, 39.97840

Temperature

25.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (14.6 km)

Regional average: 14.6 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

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