M4.6 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near Colombia (Colombia)

UTC time: 2025-06-08 17:45:13 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 8, 2025 at 17:45 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near Colombia (Colombia). 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 data is provided by GFZ and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.6

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-06-08 17:45:13 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Colombia

City

Medina

Source

gfz

Coordinates

4.39000, -73.41000

Temperature

15.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (82.8 km)

Regional average: 82.8 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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