M4.2 Depth: 12.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-05-11 18:14:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near ECUADOR (Ecuador) on May 11, 2025 at 18:14 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

12.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-11 18:14:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Morona Santiago

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-2.84000, -78.54000

Temperature

16.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

12 km

12 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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