M4.2 Depth: 2.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-05-20 14:52:20 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 20, 2025 at 14:52 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador). With a focal depth of about 2 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.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

2.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-20 14:52:20 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Manabí

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-1.03000, -80.49000

Temperature

24.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

2 km

2 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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