M3.7 Depth: 1.0 km

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

UTC time: 2025-09-14 21:47:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.7 earthquake was recorded near OFF COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador) on September 14, 2025 at 21:47 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.7

Depth

1.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-14 21:47:42 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-1.61000, -81.11000

Temperature

22.0°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

1 km

1 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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