M4.1 Depth: 21.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-12-13 09:40:50 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 13, 2025 at 09:40 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near ECUADOR (Ecuador). With a focal depth of about 21 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

21.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-13 09:40:50 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Bolívar

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-1.77000, -79.15000

Temperature

12.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

21 km

21 km — shallower 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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