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M1.7 Depth: 0.4 km

M1.7 Earthquake near PORTUGAL (Portugal)

UTC time: 2025-05-17 12:58:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 17, 2025 at 12:58 UTC, a magnitude M1.7 earthquake occurred near PORTUGAL (Portugal). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 0 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M1.7
Depth
0.4 km
UTC time
2025-05-17 12:58:28 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Portugal
City
Tavira
Source
emsc
Coordinates
37.19080, -7.67760
Temperature
18.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 0.4 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 0.4 km
Shallow
0.4 km
0.4 km — shallower than the regional average (5.7 km)
Regional average: 5.7 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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    Distance: 371 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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