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M4.1 Depth: 29.8 km

M4.1 Earthquake near GUERRERO, MEXICO

UTC time: 2026-05-02 13:30:45 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 2, 2026 at 13:30 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near GUERRERO, MEXICO. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 30 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
29.8 km
UTC time
2026-05-02 13:30:45 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
16.51200, -98.55900
Temperature
33.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 29.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 29.8 km
Shallow
29.8 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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    Distance: 297 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'230 m ·Mexico
  • Chichinautzin
    Distance: 299 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'938 m ·Last eruption: 399 ·Mexico
  • Malinche, La
    Distance: 307 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 4'461 m ·Last eruption: -1170 ·Mexico
  • Orizaba, Pico de
    Distance: 311 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'564 m ·Last eruption: 1846 ·Mexico
  • Toluca, Nevado de
    Distance: 315 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 4'680 m ·Last eruption: -1350 ·Mexico

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