M4.0 Depth: 151.1 km

M4.0 Earthquake near Nuevo Acapulco, Veracruz (Mexico)

UTC time: 2026-05-15 05:02:55 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 15, 2026 at 05:02 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near Nuevo Acapulco, Veracruz (Mexico). At around 151 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

151.1 km

UTC time

2026-05-15 05:02:55 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

State

Veracruz

City

Nuevo Acapulco

County

Uxpanapa

Source

emsc

Coordinates

17.33700, -94.39000

Temperature

22.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

151.1 km

151.1 km — deeper than the regional average (47 km)

Regional average: 47 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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