M2.7 Depth: 26.0 km

M2.7 Earthquake near MOLUCCA SEA (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2025-09-15 23:14:37 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.7 earthquake was recorded near MOLUCCA SEA (Indonesia) on September 15, 2025 at 23:14 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 26 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Indonesia: 71 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.2.

Details

Magnitude

M2.7

Depth

26.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-15 23:14:37 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Indonesia

City

Maluku Utara

Source

emsc

Coordinates

1.28000, 125.94000

Temperature

27.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

26 km

26 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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