M4.5
Depth:
10.0 km
M4.5 Earthquake near ZULIA, VENEZUELA (Venezuela)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near ZULIA, VENEZUELA (Venezuela) on October 15, 2025 at 10:12 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.
The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks. Venezuela: 10 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M7.5.
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Depth profile
Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than the regional average (22.2 km)
Regional average: 22.2 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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