M2.5
Depth:
11.0 km
M2.5 Earthquake near Duyure, Choluteca (Honduras)
About this earthquake
On January 17, 2026 at 11:34 UTC, a magnitude M2.5 earthquake occurred near Duyure, Choluteca (Honduras). With a focal depth of about 11 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.
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Depth profile
Shallow
11 km
11 km — shallower than the regional average (27.8 km)
Regional average: 27.8 km
Why depth matters
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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