Magnitude
M1.9
- Depth
- 10.9 km
- Source
- USGS
Baja California
Country overviewMexico
M1.9 Earthquake near 5 km NNW of Delta, B.C., MX (Mexico)
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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. Mexico: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.2.
Details
ID
af75b72a0650c4498ece42e371c2d39de6de334e
Magnitude
M1.9
Depth
10.9 km
UTC time
2025-07-17 20:30:24 UTC
Local time
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Country
City
Source
usgs
Coordinates
32.39300,
-115.21800
Temperature
38.6°C
Depth profile
Shallow
10.9 km
10.9 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
Volcanoes nearby
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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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San Francisco Volcanic Field
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