M4.4 Depth: 59.2 km

M4.4 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-07-28 12:34:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador) on July 28, 2025 at 12:34 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 59 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

59.2 km

UTC time

2025-07-28 12:34:01 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

El Oro

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-3.58450, -79.89730

Temperature

23.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

59.2 km

59.2 km — deeper than the regional average (41.3 km)

Regional average: 41.3 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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