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M4.3 Depth: 37.8 km

M4.3 Earthquake near GUERRERO, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-10-17 15:23:15 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 17, 2025 at 15:23 UTC, a magnitude M4.3 earthquake occurred near GUERRERO, MEXICO (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 38 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.3
Depth
37.8 km
UTC time
2025-10-17 15:23:15 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Guerrero
Source
emsc
Coordinates
16.84900, -98.92400
Temperature
28.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 37.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 37.8 km
Shallow
37.8 km
37.8 km — close to 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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