M1.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M1.4 Earthquake near 25 km SSE of Ocotillo, CA (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-07-29 17:07:35 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 29, 2025 at 17:07 UTC, a magnitude M1.4 earthquake occurred near 25 km SSE of Ocotillo, CA (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M1.4

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-29 17:07:35 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Baja California

Source

usgs

Coordinates

32.51867, -115.90500

Temperature

32.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (46 km)

Regional average: 46 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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