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M2.2 Depth: 13.0 km

M2.2 Earthquake near 8 km NNE of Delta, B.C., MX (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-05-04 23:15:10 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.2 earthquake was recorded near 8 km NNE of Delta, B.C., MX (Mexico) on May 4, 2025 at 23:15 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 small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M2.2
Depth
13.0 km
UTC time
2025-05-04 23:15:10 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Baja California
Source
usgs
Coordinates
32.42650, -115.17517

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 13 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 13 km
Shallow
13 km
13 km — shallower than the regional average (46.1 km)
Regional average: 46.1 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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