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M1.9 Depth: 0.0 km

M1.9 Earthquake near Pureza, Rio Grande do Norte (Brazil)

UTC time: 2025-02-18 22:43:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 18, 2025 at 22:43 UTC, a magnitude M1.9 earthquake occurred near Pureza, Rio Grande do Norte (Brazil). Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USP.

Details

Magnitude
M1.9
Depth
0.0 km
UTC time
2025-02-18 22:43:28 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Brazil
State
Rio Grande do Norte
City
Pureza
Village
Pureza
Source
usp
Coordinates
-5.44806, -35.50939

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 0 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 0 km
Shallow
0 km
0 km — shallower than the regional average (11.2 km)
Regional average: 11.2 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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