M2.9
Depth:
1.0 km
M2.9 Earthquake near Escuintla (Guatemala)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M2.9 earthquake was recorded near Escuintla (Guatemala) on January 9, 2026 at 16:50 UTC. With a focal depth of about 1 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.
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Depth profile
Shallow
1 km
1 km — shallower than the regional average (32.2 km)
Regional average: 32.2 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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