Magnitude
M4.8
- Depth
- 51.0 km
- Source
- USP
Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima · Souk L'Qolla swq alqlt
Country overviewMorocco · Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
M4.8 Earthquake near Souk L'Qolla swq alqlt, Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima (Morocco)
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About this earthquake
On February 10, 2025 at 22:48 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near Souk L'Qolla swq alqlt, Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima (Morocco). With a focal depth of about 51 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 USP.
Details
ID
cd3c4b42a66e136290a52a2f8cef39b53b13e0d1
Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
51.0 km
UTC time
2025-02-10 22:48:43 UTC
Local time
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Country
County
Source
usp
Coordinates
35.08451,
-5.62957
Depth profile
Shallow
51 km
51 km — deeper than the regional average (18.7 km)
Regional average: 18.7 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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Context for this earthquake
05 Oct 2025 – 05 Oct 2026 · M ≥ 3.0 · 25 Catalogue entries
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