M4.5 Depth: 12.8 km

M4.5 Earthquake near MOROCCO (Morocco)

UTC time: 2025-09-03 03:25:59 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near MOROCCO (Morocco) on September 3, 2025 at 03:25 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 13 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.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 12.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 12.8 km
Shallow
12.8 km
12.8 km — shallower than the regional average (17.7 km)
Regional average: 17.7 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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