M2.8 Depth: 7.0 km

M2.8 Earthquake near EL SALVADOR (El Salvador)

UTC time: 2025-05-17 18:29:07 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 17, 2025 at 18:29 UTC, a magnitude M2.8 earthquake occurred near EL SALVADOR (El Salvador). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.8

Depth

7.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-17 18:29:07 UTC

Local time

—

Country

El Salvador

City

La Unión

Source

emsc

Coordinates

13.27000, -87.96000

Temperature

33.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

7 km

7 km — shallower than the regional average (53.8 km)

Regional average: 53.8 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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