M4.3 Depth: 22.0 km

M4.3 Earthquake near SOUTHERN SUMATRA, INDONESIA (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2025-09-08 15:49:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 8, 2025 at 15:49 UTC, a magnitude M4.3 earthquake occurred near SOUTHERN SUMATRA, INDONESIA (Indonesia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 22 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: 68 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.6.

Details

Magnitude

M4.3

Depth

22.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-08 15:49:27 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Indonesia

City

Sumatera Barat

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-0.36000, 99.49000

Temperature

27.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

22 km

22 km — shallower than the regional average (49.7 km)

Regional average: 49.7 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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