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M3.4 Depth: 300.0 km

M3.4 Earthquake near Matiguás, Matagalpa (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2026-02-17 05:19:55 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 17, 2026 at 05:19 UTC, a magnitude M3.4 earthquake occurred near Matiguás, Matagalpa (Nicaragua). At roughly 300 km, the focus was very deep, so surface shaking tends to be weaker. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.4
Depth
300.0 km
UTC time
2026-02-17 05:19:55 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Nicaragua
State
Matagalpa
City
Matiguás
Source
emsc
Coordinates
12.79970, -85.41410
Temperature
20.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 300 km (Deep) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 300 km
Deep
300 km
300 km — deeper than the regional average (102.7 km)
Regional average: 102.7 km
Why depth matters

Deep quakes are felt over very large areas but rarely cause surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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    Distance: 124 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'344 m ·Nicaragua
  • Nejapa-Miraflores
    Distance: 124 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: 360 m ·Last eruption: 1060 ·Nicaragua
  • Zapatera
    Distance: 127 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 629 m ·Nicaragua

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