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M2.5 Depth: 31.0 km

M2.5 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA

UTC time: 2026-04-18 12:05:20 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.5 earthquake was recorded near NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA on April 18, 2026 at 12:05 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 31 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M2.5
Depth
31.0 km
UTC time
2026-04-18 12:05:20 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
11.11000, -86.14000
Temperature
28.0°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 31 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 31 km
Shallow
31 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

  • Concepcion
    Distance: 74 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'700 m ·Last eruption: 2024 ·Nicaragua
  • Orosi
    Distance: 74 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'659 m ·Costa Rica
  • Zapatera
    Distance: 77 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 629 m ·Nicaragua
  • Mombacho
    Distance: 82 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'344 m ·Nicaragua
  • Granada
    Distance: 90 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: 250 m ·Nicaragua
  • Rincon de la Vieja
    Distance: 93 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 1'729 m ·Last eruption: 2024 ·Costa Rica

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