M1.9 Depth: 10.9 km

M1.9 Earthquake near 5 km NNW of Delta, B.C., MX (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-07-17 20:30:24 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.9 earthquake was recorded near 5 km NNW of Delta, B.C., MX (Mexico) on July 17, 2025 at 20:30 UTC. With a focal depth of about 11 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

M1.9

Depth

10.9 km

UTC time

2025-07-17 20:30:24 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Baja California

Source

usgs

Coordinates

32.39300, -115.21800

Temperature

38.6°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10.9 km

10.9 km — shallower than the regional average (46 km)

Regional average: 46 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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