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M4.4 Depth: 29.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near PAPUA, INDONESIA (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2025-09-22 23:43:36 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near PAPUA, INDONESIA (Indonesia) on September 22, 2025 at 23:43 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 29 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Indonesia: 59 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.2.

Details

Magnitude
M4.4
Depth
29.0 km
UTC time
2025-09-22 23:43:36 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Indonesia
City
Papua Tengah
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-3.40000, 135.57000
Temperature
30.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 29 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 29 km
Shallow
29 km
29 km — shallower than the regional average (49.7 km)
Regional average: 49.7 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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