Magnitude
M3.8
- Depth
- 10.0 km
- Source
- EMSC
Baja California
Country overviewMexico
M3.8 Earthquake near BAJA CALIFORNIA, MEXICO (Mexico)
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About this earthquake
On October 29, 2025 at 03:28 UTC, a magnitude M3.8 earthquake occurred near BAJA CALIFORNIA, MEXICO (Mexico). 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 often felt but rarely cause damage.
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Details
ID
ff570842b0abbcac55b269116022742b66c3322a
Magnitude
M3.8
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-29 03:28:50 UTC
Local time
—
Country
City
Source
emsc
Coordinates
31.41600,
-115.57200
Temperature
20.4°C
Depth profile
Shallow
10 km
10 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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San Luis, Isla
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Salton Buttes
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Pinacate
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Jaraguay Volcanic Field
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San Borja Volcanic Field
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