M2.0 Depth: 7.0 km

M2.0 Earthquake near 16 km WNW of Progreso, B.C., MX (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-09-17 09:12:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.0 earthquake was recorded near 16 km WNW of Progreso, B.C., MX (Mexico) on September 17, 2025 at 09:12 UTC. With a focal depth of about 7 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M2.0

Depth

7.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-17 09:12:12 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Baja California

Source

usgs

Coordinates

32.64600, -115.73383

Temperature

30.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

7 km

7 km — shallower than the regional average (46 km)

Regional average: 46 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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