M4.1 Depth: 156.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near Simon Bolivar, Pastaza (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2026-04-10 14:15:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 10, 2026 at 14:15 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near Simon Bolivar, Pastaza (Ecuador). At around 156 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

156.0 km

UTC time

2026-04-10 14:15:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

State

Pastaza

City

Simon Bolivar

County

Pastaza

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-1.78280, -77.85840

Temperature

23.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

156 km

156 km — deeper than the regional average (41.3 km)

Regional average: 41.3 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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