M3.8 Depth: 91.0 km

M3.8 Earthquake near Tarqui, Azuay (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2026-04-29 22:25:23 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 29, 2026 at 22:25 UTC, a magnitude M3.8 earthquake occurred near Tarqui, Azuay (Ecuador). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 91 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.8

Depth

91.0 km

UTC time

2026-04-29 22:25:23 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

State

Azuay

City

Tarqui

County

Cuenca

Village

Tarqui

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-3.00000, -79.00000

Temperature

15.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

91 km

91 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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