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M4.1 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near VERACRUZ, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-12-10 16:49:34 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 10, 2025 at 16:49 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near VERACRUZ, MEXICO (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-10 16:49:34 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Veracruz
Source
emsc
Coordinates
18.63100, -95.93600
Temperature
26.4°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than the regional average (46 km)
Regional average: 46 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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