M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near COLOMBIA (Colombia)

UTC time: 2025-06-08 16:30:58 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 8, 2025 at 16:30 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near COLOMBIA (Colombia). With a focal depth of about 10 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.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-06-08 16:30:58 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Colombia

City

Medina

Source

emsc

Coordinates

4.42010, -73.34080

Temperature

15.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (82.8 km)

Regional average: 82.8 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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