M3.8 Depth: 52.0 km

M3.8 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-08-18 23:58:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 18, 2025 at 23:58 UTC, a magnitude M3.8 earthquake occurred near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador). With a focal depth of about 52 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.8

Depth

52.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-18 23:58:28 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Guayas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-2.11000, -79.90000

Temperature

21.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

52 km

52 km — deeper 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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