M4.2 Depth: 164.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near San Andrés, Santander (Colombia)

UTC time: 2025-01-30 05:03:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 30, 2025 at 05:03 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near San Andrés, Santander (Colombia). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 164 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USP.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

164.0 km

UTC time

2025-01-30 05:03:44 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Colombia

State

Santander

City

San Andrés

County

García Rovira

Source

usp

Coordinates

6.74947, -72.86429

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

164 km

164 km — deeper than the regional average (84.6 km)

Regional average: 84.6 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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