M3.5 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-08-12 07:17:14 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 12, 2025 at 07:17 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near ECUADOR (Ecuador). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-12 07:17:14 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-0.29000, -78.35000

Temperature

8.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower 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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