Magnitude
M1.6
- Depth
- 22.6 km
- Source
- USGS
Baja California
Country overviewMexico
M1.6 Earthquake near 13 km ESE of Puebla, B.C., MX (Mexico)
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About this earthquake
On September 18, 2025 at 01:38 UTC, a magnitude M1.6 earthquake occurred near 13 km ESE of Puebla, B.C., MX (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 23 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.
The event was recorded by USGS.
Details
ID
b16049b65fe538a74069010dfd5beb650c077f39
Magnitude
M1.6
Depth
22.6 km
UTC time
2025-09-18 01:38:42 UTC
Local time
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Country
City
Source
usgs
Coordinates
32.53017,
-115.21967
Temperature
30.0°C
Depth profile
Shallow
22.6 km
22.6 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
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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 Francisco Volcanic Field
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Uinkaret Field
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