M2.1 Depth: 15.8 km

M2.1 Earthquake near 10 km E of Puebla, B.C., MX (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-11-29 10:46:34 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.1 earthquake was recorded near 10 km E of Puebla, B.C., MX (Mexico) on November 29, 2025 at 10:46 UTC. With a focal depth of about 16 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M2.1
Depth
15.8 km
UTC time
2025-11-29 10:46:34 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
32.56300, -115.24817
Temperature
8.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 15.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 15.8 km
Shallow
15.8 km
15.8 km — shallower than 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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