Magnitude
M1.6
- Depth
- 6.9 km
- Source
- USGS
Baja California
Country overviewMexico
M1.6 Earthquake near 15 km WNW of Progreso, B.C., MX (Mexico)
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About this earthquake
On September 17, 2025 at 04:05 UTC, a magnitude M1.6 earthquake occurred near 15 km WNW of Progreso, B.C., MX (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.
The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.
Details
ID
fa8e3fdeac1180c0a922ad5525fafe1079b9cce1
Magnitude
M1.6
Depth
6.9 km
UTC time
2025-09-17 04:05:25 UTC
Local time
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Country
City
Source
usgs
Coordinates
32.64617,
-115.72283
Temperature
32.7°C
Depth profile
Shallow
6.9 km
6.9 km — shallower than the regional average (45.2 km)
Regional average: 45.2 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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Salton Buttes
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Pinacate
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San Luis, Isla
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Jaraguay Volcanic Field
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Uinkaret Field
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San Francisco Volcanic Field
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