M3.3 Depth: 14.0 km

M3.3 Earthquake near Chiriquí (Panama)

UTC time: 2026-06-21 12:08:16 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 21, 2026 at 12:08 UTC, a magnitude M3.3 earthquake occurred near Chiriquí (Panama). With a focal depth of about 14 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.3

Depth

14.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-21 12:08:16 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Panama

State

Chiriquí

City

Chiriquí

Source

emsc

Coordinates

8.04520, -82.77190

Temperature

27.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

14 km

14 km — shallower than the regional average (19.9 km)

Regional average: 19.9 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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