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M4.1 Depth: 51.4 km

M4.1 Earthquake near Arteaga, Michoacán (Mexico)

UTC time: 2026-01-30 00:56:23 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near Arteaga, Michoacán (Mexico) on January 30, 2026 at 00:56 UTC. With a focal depth of about 51 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 event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
51.4 km
UTC time
2026-01-30 00:56:23 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
State
Michoacán
City
Arteaga
County
Arteaga
Source
emsc
Coordinates
18.58100, -102.00400
Temperature
24.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 51.4 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 51.4 km
Shallow
51.4 km
51.4 km — close to the regional average (46 km)
Regional average: 46 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: 144 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'860 m ·Last eruption: 1952 ·Mexico
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    Distance: 269 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'911 m ·Last eruption: 1270 ·Mexico
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    Distance: 306 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'938 m ·Last eruption: 399 ·Mexico

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