M3.5
Depth:
1.3 km
M3.5 Earthquake near NORTHERN ALGERIA (Algeria)
About this earthquake
On May 26, 2025 at 23:01 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near NORTHERN ALGERIA (Algeria). With a focal depth of about 1 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.
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Depth profile
Shallow
1.3 km
1.3 km — shallower than the regional average (12.1 km)
Regional average: 12.1 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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