M2.9
Depth:
9.0 km
M2.9 Earthquake near NEAR S.E. COAST OF AUSTRALIA (Australia)
About this earthquake
On September 7, 2025 at 01:45 UTC, a magnitude M2.9 earthquake occurred near NEAR S.E. COAST OF AUSTRALIA (Australia). With a focal depth of about 9 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.
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Shallow
9 km
9 km — close to the regional average (7 km)
Regional average: 7 km
Why depth matters
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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