M3.2
Depth:
45.0 km
M3.2 Earthquake near PAPUA, INDONESIA (Indonesia)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M3.2 earthquake was recorded near PAPUA, INDONESIA (Indonesia) on September 8, 2025 at 13:15 UTC. With a focal depth of about 45 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Indonesia: 68 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.6.
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Depth profile
Shallow
45 km
45 km — close to 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.
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