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M4.2 Depth: 17.9 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Puerto Ángel, Oaxaca (Mexico)

UTC time: 2026-08-22 07:28:03 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 22, 2026 at 07:28 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near Puerto Ángel, Oaxaca (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 18 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.

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Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
17.9 km
UTC time
2026-08-22 07:28:03 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
State
Oaxaca
City
Puerto Ángel
County
San Pedro Pochutla
Village
Puerto Ángel
Source
emsc
Coordinates
15.66000, -96.45500
Temperature
30.7°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 17.9 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 17.9 km
Shallow
17.9 km
17.9 km — shallower than the regional average (45 km)
Regional average: 45 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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