M4.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Pedernales, Manabí (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-07-08 17:36:03 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near Pedernales, Manabí (Ecuador) on July 8, 2025 at 17:36 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USP.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-08 17:36:03 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

State

Manabí

City

Pedernales

County

Pedernales

Source

usp

Coordinates

0.09760, -79.64719

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 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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