Magnitude
M2.0
- Depth
- 13.7 km
- Source
- EMSC
Baja California · La Huerta (Axta)
Country overviewMexico · Baja California
M2.0 Earthquake near La Huerta (Axta), Baja California (Mexico)
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About this earthquake
On June 16, 2026 at 15:42 UTC, a magnitude M2.0 earthquake occurred near La Huerta (Axta), Baja California (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 14 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 event was recorded by EMSC.
Details
ID
d9cc2bdc3ed0d86dd91780d953d30eafd1563192
Magnitude
M2.0
Depth
13.7 km
UTC time
2026-06-16 15:42:58 UTC
Local time
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Country
State
City
County
Village
La Huerta (Axta)
Source
emsc
Coordinates
31.94270,
-116.16470
Temperature
30.1°C
Depth profile
Shallow
13.7 km
13.7 km — shallower than the regional average (45.6 km)
Regional average: 45.6 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
Volcanoes nearby
Baja California
Context for this earthquake
05 Oct 2025 – 05 Oct 2026 · M ≥ 2.0 · 142 Catalogue entries
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