Magnitude
M3.5
- Depth
- 18.4 km
- Source
- EMSC
Baja California
Country overviewMexico
M3.5 Earthquake near BAJA CALIFORNIA, MEXICO (Mexico)
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About this earthquake
A magnitude M3.5 earthquake was recorded near BAJA CALIFORNIA, MEXICO (Mexico) on August 2, 2025 at 23:40 UTC. With a focal depth of about 18 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Mexico: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.2.
Details
ID
80bdbdb6a10f8d80c3d5f99ec7151dfb53c306a2
Magnitude
M3.5
Depth
18.4 km
UTC time
2025-08-02 23:40:30 UTC
Local time
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Country
City
Source
emsc
Coordinates
32.25760,
-115.08640
Temperature
41.6°C
Depth profile
Shallow
18.4 km
18.4 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
Volcanoes nearby
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Salton Buttes
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Pinacate
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San Luis, Isla
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Jaraguay Volcanic Field
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San Borja Volcanic Field
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San Francisco Volcanic Field
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Country (24h)
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