M3.7 Depth: 18.0 km

M3.7 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-06-14 03:18:59 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 14, 2025 at 03:18 UTC, a magnitude M3.7 earthquake occurred near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador). With a focal depth of about 18 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.7

Depth

18.0 km

UTC time

2025-06-14 03:18:59 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-1.20000, -80.98000

Temperature

24.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

18 km

18 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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