M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near NORTHERN COLOMBIA (Colombia)

UTC time: 2025-09-21 20:17:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near NORTHERN COLOMBIA (Colombia) on September 21, 2025 at 20:17 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-21 20:17:57 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Colombia

City

Antioquia

Source

emsc

Coordinates

6.54080, -76.22000

Temperature

16.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (84.6 km)

Regional average: 84.6 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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