M3.8 Depth: 31.0 km

M3.8 Earthquake near PERU-ECUADOR BORDER REGION (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-08-30 05:44:02 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.8 earthquake was recorded near PERU-ECUADOR BORDER REGION (Ecuador) on August 30, 2025 at 05:44 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 31 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.8

Depth

31.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-30 05:44:02 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

El Oro

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-3.20000, -79.93000

Temperature

13.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

31 km

31 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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