M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near CHAD (Chad)

UTC time: 2025-05-24 21:23:59 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near CHAD (Chad) on May 24, 2025 at 21:23 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 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

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-24 21:23:59 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Chad

City

Borkou bwrkw

Source

emsc

Coordinates

17.23330, 19.40390

Temperature

30.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — close to the regional average (10 km)

Regional average: 10 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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