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M4.2 Earthquake near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-09-25 07:55:42 UTC Local time: —

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About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico) on September 25, 2025 at 07:55 UTC. With a focal depth of about 4 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

ID
7ebe0a0fc0ebc727f04709e5c1a421f7bf491901
Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
4.2 km
UTC time
2025-09-25 07:55:42 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Chiapas
Source
emsc
Coordinates
16.19000, -90.66900
Temperature
22.7°C

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 4.2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 4.2 km
Shallow
4.2 km
4.2 km — shallower than the regional average (45.2 km)
Regional average: 45.2 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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