M3.0 Depth: 1.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near Palin, Departamento de Escuintla (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2026-06-11 05:59:02 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near Palin, Departamento de Escuintla (Guatemala) on June 11, 2026 at 05:59 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

1.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-11 05:59:02 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Guatemala

State

Departamento de Escuintla

City

Palin

Source

emsc

Coordinates

14.42000, -90.71000

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Depth profile

Shallow

1 km

1 km — shallower than the regional average (32.3 km)

Regional average: 32.3 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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