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M3.1 Depth: 1.1 km

M3.1 Earthquake near NORTHERN ALGERIA (Algeria)

UTC time: 2025-09-16 22:22:48 UTC Local time: —
M3.1 earthquake near Médéa on Sep 16, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.1 Earthquake near NORTHERN ALGERIA (Algeria) · 2025-09-16 22:22:48 UTC

About this earthquake

On September 16, 2025 at 22:22 UTC, a magnitude M3.1 earthquake occurred near NORTHERN ALGERIA (Algeria). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude
M3.1
Depth
1.1 km
UTC time
2025-09-16 22:22:48 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Algeria
City
Médéa
Source
emsc
Coordinates
36.36510, 3.46510
Temperature
19.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 1.1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 1.1 km
Shallow
1.1 km
1.1 km — shallower than the regional average (12.1 km)
Regional average: 12.1 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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