M4.6 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near 15 km NW of Katobu, Indonesia (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2025-10-12 22:08:59 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 12, 2025 at 22:08 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near 15 km NW of Katobu, Indonesia (Indonesia). 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 USGS. Indonesia: 64 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M4.6

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-12 22:08:59 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Indonesia

City

Sulawesi Tenggara

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-4.71430, 122.64210

Temperature

30.5°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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