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M4.5 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Pacific-Antarctic Ridge

UTC time: 2025-01-05 12:31:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near Pacific-Antarctic Ridge on January 5, 2025 at 12:31 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 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
M4.5
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-01-05 12:31:27 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
usgs
Coordinates
-57.76270, -140.83840

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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
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

  • Udintsev Transform
    Distance: 236 km ·Fissure vent ·Elevation: -5'700 m ·Undersea Features
  • Hollister Ridge
    Distance: 423 km ·Fissure vent ·Elevation: -1'000 m ·Undersea Features

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