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M4.0 Depth: 50.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near MICHOACAN, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-05-21 08:57:43 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near MICHOACAN, MEXICO (Mexico) on May 21, 2025 at 08:57 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 50 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.0
Depth
50.0 km
UTC time
2025-05-21 08:57:43 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Michoacán
Source
emsc
Coordinates
18.49700, -103.24300
Temperature
15.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 50 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 50 km
Shallow
50 km
50 km — close to the regional average (46.1 km)
Regional average: 46.1 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

  • Colima
    Distance: 120 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 3'850 m ·Last eruption: 2019 ·Mexico
  • Michoacan-Guanajuato
    Distance: 217 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'860 m ·Last eruption: 1952 ·Mexico
  • Mascota Volcanic Field
    Distance: 283 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'525 m ·Mexico
  • Northern EPR at 17°N
    Distance: 309 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: -2'700 m ·Last eruption: -50 ·Mexico
  • Ceboruco
    Distance: 321 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'280 m ·Last eruption: 1875 ·Mexico
  • Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo
    Distance: 330 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'500 m ·Last eruption: -3050 ·Mexico

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