M3.3
Depth:
183.0 km
M3.3 Earthquake near Rivas (Nicaragua)
About this earthquake
On February 22, 2026 at 03:50 UTC, a magnitude M3.3 earthquake occurred near Rivas (Nicaragua). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 183 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC.
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Depth profile
Intermediate
183 km
183 km — deeper than the regional average (102.7 km)
Regional average: 102.7 km
Why depth matters
Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.
Depth classes per USGS
Volcanoes nearby
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Concepcion
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Zapatera
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Mombacho
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Orosi
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Granada
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Rincon de la Vieja
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