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M4.7 Depth: 38.1 km

M4.7 Earthquake near 192 km NNW of Tobelo, Indonesia (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2025-10-06 23:58:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.7 earthquake was recorded near 192 km NNW of Tobelo, Indonesia (Indonesia) on October 6, 2025 at 23:58 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 38 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks. Indonesia: 65 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.5.

Details

Magnitude
M4.7
Depth
38.1 km
UTC time
2025-10-06 23:58:12 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Indonesia
City
Sulawesi Utara
Source
usgs
Coordinates
3.34060, 127.36390
Temperature
28.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 38.1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 38.1 km
Shallow
38.1 km
38.1 km — shallower than the regional average (49.8 km)
Regional average: 49.8 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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