M4.6 Depth: 1.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near Municipio de Ensenada (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-10-06 16:53:27 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On October 6, 2025 at 16:53 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near Municipio de Ensenada (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 1 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.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.6
Depth
1.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-06 16:53:27 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
31.32500, -116.07600
Temperature
20.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 1 km
Shallow
1 km
1 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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