M4.0 Depth: 31.6 km

M4.0 Earthquake near Mar Ionio Meridionale (MARE)

UTC time: 2025-12-15 09:11:22 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near Mar Ionio Meridionale (MARE) on December 15, 2025 at 09:11 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 32 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

31.6 km

UTC time

2025-12-15 09:11:22 UTC

Local time

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Country

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Source

ingv

Coordinates

36.46020, 16.69020

Temperature

16.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

31.6 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

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Distance: 362 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: -8 m ·Last eruption: 1867 ·Italy

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)

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