M4.9 Depth: 142.1 km

M4.9 Earthquake near Villanueva, Santander (Colombia)

UTC time: 2025-04-18 10:31:40 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near Villanueva, Santander (Colombia) on April 18, 2025 at 10:31 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 142 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

142.1 km

UTC time

2025-04-18 10:31:40 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Colombia

State

Santander

City

Villanueva

County

Guanentá

Source

usp

Coordinates

6.65484, -73.15951

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Depth profile

Intermediate

142.1 km

142.1 km — deeper than the regional average (82.8 km)

Regional average: 82.8 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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