What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck Mexico's Gulf of California?

The earthquake that struck Mexico's Gulf of California had a magnitude of 5.7.

How deep was the earthquake that hit Mexico's Gulf of California?

The earthquake that struck Mexico's Gulf of California had a depth of 6.2 miles.

Where was the epicenter of the earthquake that occurred in Mexico's Gulf of California?

The epicenter of the earthquake that occurred in Mexico's Gulf of California was 46.6 miles northeast of Santa Rosalía, Mexico.

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Powerful Earthquake Hits Mexico's Gulf, Minimal Damage Reported

7 Nov, 2025

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Summary

5.7 magnitude quake strikes Mexico's Gulf of California
No major injuries or damage reported, low likelihood of casualties
Recent earthquakes also hit Indonesia and Russia with no major incidents

Powerful Earthquake Hits Mexico's Gulf, Minimal Damage Reported

On November 4, 2025, a powerful 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck the Gulf of California off the coast of Mexico. The quake, which had a depth of 6.2 miles, was centered approximately 46.6 miles northeast of the town of Santa Rosalía.

According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake posed a "low likelihood of casualties and damage," with a "green alert" issued for shaking-related impacts. Mexico is known to be one of the world's most seismically active regions, situated atop three major tectonic plates.

In the days prior, the Indonesian coast was also hit by a series of earthquakes ranging from 4.7 to 5.9 magnitude, though no injuries or damage were reported. Similarly, nearly two dozen quakes struck off the coast of Russia near the Kamchatka Peninsula, with magnitudes between 4.3 and 6.1, but without any significant consequences.