M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near SIMEULUE, INDONESIA (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2025-05-17 21:20:15 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near SIMEULUE, INDONESIA (Indonesia) on May 17, 2025 at 21:20 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Indonesia: 111 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-17 21:20:15 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Indonesia

City

Aceh

Source

emsc

Coordinates

2.57910, 96.02570

Temperature

27.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (49.7 km)

Regional average: 49.7 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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