M3.0
Depth:
58.0 km
M3.0 Earthquake near NEAR N COAST OF PAPUA, INDONESIA (Indonesia)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near NEAR N COAST OF PAPUA, INDONESIA (Indonesia) on May 12, 2025 at 17:35 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 58 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Indonesia: 79 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.6.
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Depth profile
Shallow
58 km
58 km — close to the regional average (49.6 km)
Regional average: 49.6 km
Why depth matters
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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