M4.0 Depth: 12.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near KEPULAUAN ALOR, INDONESIA (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2025-10-15 08:57:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near KEPULAUAN ALOR, INDONESIA (Indonesia) on October 15, 2025 at 08:57 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 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: 70 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

12.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-15 08:57:47 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Indonesia

City

Nusa Tenggara Timur

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-8.96000, 124.84000

Temperature

27.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

12 km

12 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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