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M3.0 Depth: 68.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near Tola, Rivas (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2026-07-07 17:47:26 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near Tola, Rivas (Nicaragua) on July 7, 2026 at 17:47 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 68 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Nicaragua: 3 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.8.

Details

Magnitude
M3.0
Depth
68.0 km
UTC time
2026-07-07 17:47:26 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Nicaragua
State
Rivas
City
Tola
Source
emsc
Coordinates
11.45000, -86.00000
Temperature
30.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 68 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 68 km
Shallow
68 km
68 km — shallower than the regional average (102.5 km)
Regional average: 102.5 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

  • Zapatera
    Distance: 37 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 629 m ·Nicaragua
  • Mombacho
    Distance: 42 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'344 m ·Nicaragua
  • Concepcion
    Distance: 42 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'700 m ·Last eruption: 2024 ·Nicaragua
  • Granada
    Distance: 50 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: 250 m ·Nicaragua
  • Masaya
    Distance: 62 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 594 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Nicaragua
  • Orosi
    Distance: 78 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'659 m ·Costa Rica

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