M4.8 Depth: 52.4 km

M4.8 Earthquake near 54 km N of Timbiquí, Colombia (Colombia)

UTC time: 2025-05-23 04:56:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 23, 2025 at 04:56 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near 54 km N of Timbiquí, Colombia (Colombia). With a focal depth of about 52 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.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

52.4 km

UTC time

2025-05-23 04:56:47 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Colombia

Source

usgs

Coordinates

3.25840, -77.57780

Temperature

27.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

52.4 km

52.4 km — shallower than the regional average (84.6 km)

Regional average: 84.6 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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