M3.8 Depth: 14.0 km

M3.8 Earthquake near Tachel, Manabí (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2026-09-03 15:50:58 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.8 earthquake was recorded near Tachel, Manabí (Ecuador) on September 3, 2026 at 15:50 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 14 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Ecuador: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.8.

Details

Magnitude

M3.8

Depth

14.0 km

UTC time

2026-09-03 15:50:58 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

State

Manabí

City

Tachel

County

Pichincha

Village

Tachel

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-0.91000, -79.85000

Temperature

28.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

14 km

14 km — shallower than the regional average (38.5 km)

Regional average: 38.5 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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