M4.5 Depth: 16.1 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Tame, Arauca (Colombia)

UTC time: 2026-04-13 01:38:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 13, 2026 at 01:38 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near Tame, Arauca (Colombia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 16 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

16.1 km

UTC time

2026-04-13 01:38:57 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Colombia

State

Arauca

City

Tame

Source

emsc

Coordinates

6.14810, -72.10830

Temperature

21.0°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

16.1 km

16.1 km — shallower than the regional average (84.6 km)

Regional average: 84.6 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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