M3.4 Depth: 16.0 km

M3.4 Earthquake near Sarayacu, Pastaza (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2026-01-18 03:28:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.4 earthquake was recorded near Sarayacu, Pastaza (Ecuador) on January 18, 2026 at 03:28 UTC. With a focal depth of about 16 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

M3.4

Depth

16.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-18 03:28:01 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

State

Pastaza

City

Sarayacu

County

Pastaza

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-1.84000, -77.65000

Temperature

22.7°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

16 km

16 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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