M2.8 Depth: 3.0 km

M2.8 Earthquake near COLOMBIA-ECUADOR BORDER REGION (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-12-20 02:22:45 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.8 earthquake was recorded near COLOMBIA-ECUADOR BORDER REGION (Ecuador) on December 20, 2025 at 02:22 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 3 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.8

Depth

3.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-20 02:22:45 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Carchi

Source

emsc

Coordinates

0.79000, -77.95000

Temperature

18.3°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

3 km

3 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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