M4.1 Depth: 215.3 km

M4.1 Earthquake near POTOSI, BOLIVIA (Bolivia)

UTC time: 2025-05-01 02:29:36 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near POTOSI, BOLIVIA (Bolivia) on May 1, 2025 at 02:29 UTC. At around 215 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

215.3 km

UTC time

2025-05-01 02:29:36 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Bolivia

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-22.39000, -67.78000

Temperature

-2.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

215.3 km

215.3 km — close to the regional average (186.4 km)

Regional average: 186.4 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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