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M4.0 Depth: 12.8 km

M4.0 Earthquake near ROMANIA (Romania)

UTC time: 2025-10-15 04:57:18 UTC Local time: —
M4.0 earthquake near ROMANIA on Oct 15, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M4.0 Earthquake near ROMANIA (Romania) · 2025-10-15 04:57:18 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near ROMANIA (Romania) on October 15, 2025 at 04:57 UTC. With a focal depth of about 13 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
M4.0
Depth
12.8 km
UTC time
2025-10-15 04:57:18 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Romania
Source
emsc
Coordinates
47.81290, 23.07170
Temperature
6.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 12.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 12.8 km
Shallow
12.8 km
12.8 km — shallower than the regional average (85.1 km)
Regional average: 85.1 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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