M4.0 Depth: 52.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near TIMOR REGION (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2025-09-04 04:36:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near TIMOR REGION (Timor-Leste) on September 4, 2025 at 04:36 UTC. With a focal depth of about 52 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

M4.0

Depth

52.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-04 04:36:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

City

Oe-Cusse Ambeno

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-9.09000, 124.18000

Temperature

24.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

52 km

52 km — deeper than the regional average (24.1 km)

Regional average: 24.1 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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