Magnitude
M2.0
- Depth
- 11.8 km
- Source
- USGS
Baja California
Country overviewMexico
M2.0 Earthquake near 31 km NE of Ensenada, B.C., MX (Mexico)
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About this earthquake
On August 3, 2025 at 17:04 UTC, a magnitude M2.0 earthquake occurred near 31 km NE of Ensenada, B.C., MX (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.
The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks. Mexico: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 2 earthquakes, the strongest at M4.2.
Details
ID
c0423be076e999d24bbe510dc03ec21cee37f40a
Magnitude
M2.0
Depth
11.8 km
UTC time
2025-08-03 17:04:57 UTC
Local time
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Country
City
Source
usgs
Coordinates
32.03900,
-116.36300
Temperature
33.9°C
Depth profile
Shallow
11.8 km
11.8 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 Borja Volcanic Field
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Stats (last 24h)
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Country (24h)
Mexico
2