M4.8 Depth: 7.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near SOUTH AFRICA (South Africa)

UTC time: 2025-07-10 11:48:50 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 10, 2025 at 11:48 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near SOUTH AFRICA (South Africa). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

7.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-10 11:48:50 UTC

Local time

—

Country

South Africa

City

North West

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-26.95740, 26.70650

Temperature

18.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

7 km

7 km — close to the regional average (9.9 km)

Regional average: 9.9 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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