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M4.1 Depth: 47.4 km

M4.1 Earthquake near La Unión de Isidoro Montes de Oca, Guerrero (Mexico)

UTC time: 2026-01-29 14:03:29 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 29, 2026 at 14:03 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near La Unión de Isidoro Montes de Oca, Guerrero (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.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 47.4 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 47.4 km
Shallow
47.4 km
47.4 km — close to the regional average (46 km)
Regional average: 46 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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