Magnitude
M2.3
- Depth
- 17.2 km
- Source
- USGS
Baja California
Country overviewMexico
M2.3 Earthquake near 33 km E of Primo Tapia, B.C., MX (Mexico)
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About this earthquake
A magnitude M2.3 earthquake was recorded near 33 km E of Primo Tapia, B.C., MX (Mexico) on July 29, 2025 at 05:16 UTC. With a focal depth of about 17 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. Mexico: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 2 earthquakes, the strongest at M4.2.
Details
ID
a0e1768b5630881eb746b8022edbededafc049b1
Magnitude
M2.3
Depth
17.2 km
UTC time
2025-07-29 05:16:02 UTC
Local time
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Country
City
Source
usgs
Coordinates
32.22417,
-116.56433
Temperature
17.6°C
Depth profile
Shallow
17.2 km
17.2 km — shallower than the regional average (45.2 km)
Regional average: 45.2 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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Salton Buttes
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Pinacate
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San Luis, Isla
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Jaraguay Volcanic Field
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San Borja Volcanic Field
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Stats (last 24h)
Global (24h)
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Country (24h)
Mexico
2