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M4.5 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Off Coast of Central America

UTC time: 2026-05-22 08:35:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near Off Coast of Central America on May 22, 2026 at 08:35 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USP and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M4.5
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-22 08:35:57 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
usp
Coordinates
3.99715, -85.79532

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Galapagos Rift at 86°W
    Distance: 359 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: -2'430 m ·Last eruption: 1996 ·Ecuador

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