M3.5 Depth: 7.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near San Sebastián de Yulug, Loja (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2026-08-15 20:06:17 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 15, 2026 at 20:06 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near San Sebastián de Yulug, Loja (Ecuador). With a focal depth of about 7 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

M3.5

Depth

7.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-15 20:06:17 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

State

Loja

City

San Sebastián de Yulug

County

Saraguro

Village

San Sebastián de Yulug

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-3.36000, -79.41000

Temperature

12.7°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

7 km

7 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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