Magnitude
M4.0
- Depth
- 47.3 km
- Source
- EMSC
OFFSHORE MICHOACAN, MEXICO
Country overviewOFFSHORE MICHOACAN, MEXICO
Country overviewOn September 1, 2025 at 10:43 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near OFFSHORE MICHOACAN, MEXICO (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 47 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.
The event was recorded by EMSC.
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
Depth classes per USGS