M4.6 Depth: 43.3 km

M4.6 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-07-08 17:36:09 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.6 earthquake was recorded near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador) on July 8, 2025 at 17:36 UTC. With a focal depth of about 43 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

M4.6

Depth

43.3 km

UTC time

2025-07-08 17:36:09 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Esmeraldas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

0.93480, -79.58060

Temperature

26.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

43.3 km

43.3 km — close to 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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