M3.1
Depth:
10.0 km
M3.1 Earthquake near Chiriquí (Panama)
About this earthquake
On February 14, 2026 at 05:29 UTC, a magnitude M3.1 earthquake occurred near Chiriquí (Panama). With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
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Depth profile
Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than the regional average (20.2 km)
Regional average: 20.2 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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Baru
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Turrialba
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Barva
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Stats (last 24h)
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