M4.8 Depth: 5.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-09-16 03:42:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador) on September 16, 2025 at 03:42 UTC. With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-16 03:42:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

El Oro

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-3.40000, -79.66000

Temperature

12.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 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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