M 4.4 - 100 km WSW of Puerto Madero, Mexico
(100 km WSW of)Seismic Telemetry Specifications
4.4MB
Light Seismic Class
35.0km
Crustal Layer
14.4002° N
93.2964° W
reviewed
Net: US
~60 tons
TNT Explosive Equiv.
Epicenter Location & Tectonic Fault Map
Is This Earthquake Dangerous?
A magnitude 4.4 event is classified as a light earthquake. Noticeable shaking of indoor objects and rattling doors/windows. Generally causes none to slight non-structural damage in older buildings.
Estimated Shaking Radius
~50–100 km
Potential Damage Zone
< 15 km (very minor)
Focal Depth Effect
High Surface Energy
What Does Magnitude 4.4 Mean?
Earthquake strength is measured on a logarithmic scale. Compare this event with the full seismic scale:
Logarithmic Energy Multiplier
Because seismic scales are logarithmic, each whole integer increase represents:
10× Ground Motion Amplitude
The seismograph wave amplitude jumps by tenfold for every 1.0 magnitude step.
~31.6× Radiated Kinetic Energy
Total energy release increases exponentially (101.5 ≈ 31.62 times per magnitude unit).
Why Did This Earthquake Happen?
Southern and central Mexico lies directly above the Middle America Trench, where the oceanic Cocos and Rivera plates subduct beneath the North American Plate. This active subduction margin produces frequent intermediate and megathrust seismic events.
Originating at a depth of 35.0 km (Earth's Crust (0–70 km)), this rupture occurred occurred within the brittle upper crust. shallow earthquakes produce the highest peak ground acceleration and the sharpest surface shaking.
Earthquake Safety Action Plan
- •Drop, Cover, and Hold On: Take cover beneath a sturdy table or desk.
- •Stay indoors away from exterior glass windows and heavy unanchored fixtures.
- •If outdoors, move into an open area away from power lines and building facades.
- •Inspect utilities for damaged gas lines, water leaks, or electrical hazards.
- •Expect Aftershocks: Secondary tremors frequently strike after moderate and strong events.
- •Avoid damaged structures and listen to official emergency broadcasts.
- •Maintain a 72-hour emergency go-bag with water, non-perishable food, and first aid.
- •Anchor heavy furniture, water heaters, and appliances to structural wall studs.
- •Establish a family emergency communication protocol and meeting point.
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