Magnitude
M4.2
- Depth
- 58.0 km
- Source
- EMSC
Michoacán
Country overviewMexico
M4.2 Earthquake near MICHOACAN, MEXICO (Mexico)
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About this earthquake
On September 29, 2025 at 09:26 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near MICHOACAN, MEXICO (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 58 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.
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Details
Depth profile
Shallow
58 km
58 km — deeper 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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Michoacan-Guanajuato
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Colima
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Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo
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Toluca, Nevado de
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Jocotitlan
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Chichinautzin
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Stats (last 24h)
Global (24h)
510
Country (24h)
Mexico
1