M4.3 Earthquake 96 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico — June 5, 2026
2026-06-05 11:25:29 UTC (51 min ago) · approx. 5:25 AM UTC-6 local
On June 5, 2026 at 11:25 UTC, a magnitude 4.3 shallow crustal earthquake struck 96 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico, at a depth of 35.0 km and coordinates 15.3589°, -94.6332°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 43 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 558 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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-94.6332°E
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How strong was the magnitude 4.3 earthquake near San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico?
The magnitude 4.3 earthquake that struck 96 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico on June 5, 2026 at 11:25 UTC had a depth of 35.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.3 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 4.3 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000squa). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
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