Magnitude
M1.8
- Depth
- 9.9 km
- Source
- USGS
92 km SSW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX
Country overviewMexico
M1.8 Earthquake near 92 km SSW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX (Mexico)
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About this earthquake
A magnitude M1.8 earthquake was recorded near 92 km SSW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX (Mexico) on May 1, 2025 at 07:09 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.
The event was recorded by USGS. Mexico: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.2.
Details
ID
7440bf31744760cc5fc940feaea9d4ee9a1dae8d
Magnitude
M1.8
Depth
9.9 km
UTC time
2025-05-01 07:09:18 UTC
Local time
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Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
31.49333,
-115.62000
Temperature
20.6°C
Depth profile
Shallow
9.9 km
9.9 km — shallower than the regional average (45.2 km)
Regional average: 45.2 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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Salton Buttes
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Pinacate
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San Luis, Isla
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Jaraguay Volcanic Field
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San Borja Volcanic Field
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Stats (last 24h)
Global (24h)
485
Country (24h)
Mexico
2