M4.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near SULAWESI, INDONESIA (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2025-10-12 14:41:06 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near SULAWESI, INDONESIA (Indonesia) on October 12, 2025 at 14:41 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 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: 65 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-12 14:41:06 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Indonesia

City

Sulawesi Tenggara

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-4.75000, 122.66000

Temperature

27.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (49.8 km)

Regional average: 49.8 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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