Magnitude
M4.9
- Depth
- 34.0 km
- Source
- EMSC
MENDOZA, ARGENTINA
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M4.9 Earthquake near MENDOZA, ARGENTINA (Argentina)
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About this earthquake
On April 27, 2025 at 11:36 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near MENDOZA, ARGENTINA (Argentina). With a focal depth of about 34 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 EMSC. Argentina: 12 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.0.
Details
ID
d559cfb4b6fbf0c74b5f160c8169e9de1940a8cf
Magnitude
M4.9
Depth
34.0 km
UTC time
2025-04-27 11:36:27 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-33.89000,
-69.45000
Temperature
6.9°C
Depth profile
Shallow
34 km
34 km — shallower than the regional average (142.9 km)
Regional average: 142.9 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
07 Sep 2025 – 07 Sep 2026 · M ≥ 3.0 · 1,405 Catalogue entries
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