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M4.1 Depth: 20.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near OFFSHORE EL SALVADOR

UTC time: 2026-04-04 03:32:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near OFFSHORE EL SALVADOR on April 4, 2026 at 03:32 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 20 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
20.0 km
UTC time
2026-04-04 03:32:32 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
13.25000, -90.28000
Temperature
28.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 20 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 20 km
Shallow
20 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Moyuta
    Distance: 89 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'662 m ·Guatemala
  • Apaneca Range
    Distance: 90 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 2'028 m ·El Salvador
  • Izalco
    Distance: 94 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'950 m ·Last eruption: 1966 ·El Salvador
  • Santa Ana
    Distance: 97 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'381 m ·Last eruption: 2005 ·El Salvador
  • Tecuamburro
    Distance: 102 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'845 m ·Last eruption: -960 ·Guatemala
  • Coatepeque Caldera
    Distance: 105 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 746 m ·El Salvador

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