M4.7
Depth:
17.0 km
M4.7 Earthquake near PAPUA, INDONESIA (Indonesia)
About this earthquake
On October 20, 2025 at 16:15 UTC, a magnitude M4.7 earthquake occurred near PAPUA, INDONESIA (Indonesia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 17 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Indonesia: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 71 earthquakes, the strongest at M5.9.
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Depth profile
Shallow
17 km
17 km — shallower than the regional average (49.8 km)
Regional average: 49.8 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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