M2.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M2.9 Earthquake near NORTHERN SUMATRA, INDONESIA (Malaysia)

UTC time: 2025-09-03 10:39:22 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 3, 2025 at 10:39 UTC, a magnitude M2.9 earthquake occurred near NORTHERN SUMATRA, INDONESIA (Malaysia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.9

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-03 10:39:22 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Malaysia

City

Johor

Source

emsc

Coordinates

1.95470, 102.99070

Temperature

26.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (79 km)

Regional average: 79 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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