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M3.3 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.3 Earthquake near Prinzapolka (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2026-04-21 03:36:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.3 earthquake was recorded near Prinzapolka (Nicaragua) on April 21, 2026 at 03:36 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.3
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-04-21 03:36:05 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Nicaragua
City
Prinzapolka
Source
emsc
Coordinates
13.46120, -83.64040
Temperature
24.4°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than the regional average (102.7 km)
Regional average: 102.7 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

  • Concepcion
    Distance: 303 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'700 m ·Last eruption: 2024 ·Nicaragua
  • Zapatera
    Distance: 305 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 629 m ·Nicaragua
  • Granada
    Distance: 307 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: 250 m ·Nicaragua
  • Mombacho
    Distance: 311 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'344 m ·Nicaragua
  • Masaya
    Distance: 320 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 594 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Nicaragua
  • Apoyeque
    Distance: 323 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 518 m ·Last eruption: -50 ·Nicaragua

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