M4.8
Depth:
38.0 km
M4.8 Earthquake near Peru-Brazil Border Region (Brazil)
About this earthquake
On November 24, 2025 at 12:03 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near Peru-Brazil Border Region (Brazil). With a focal depth of about 38 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.
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Depth profile
Shallow
38 km
38 km — deeper than the regional average (11.2 km)
Regional average: 11.2 km
Why depth matters
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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