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M4.3 Depth: 33.0 km

M4.3 Earthquake near EASTERN SICHUAN, CHINA (China)

UTC time: 2025-05-20 16:30:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.3 earthquake was recorded near EASTERN SICHUAN, CHINA (China) on May 20, 2025 at 16:30 UTC. With a focal depth of about 33 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.3
Depth
33.0 km
UTC time
2025-05-20 16:30:01 UTC
Local time
—
Country
China
City
si chuan sheng
Source
emsc
Coordinates
27.35000, 102.81000
Temperature
22.0°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 33 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 33 km
Shallow
33 km
33 km — deeper than the regional average (20.3 km)
Regional average: 20.3 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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