M2.7
Depth:
14.0 km
M2.7 Earthquake near Tanlahua (Ecuador)
About this earthquake
On May 16, 2026 at 07:25 UTC, a magnitude M2.7 earthquake occurred near Tanlahua (Ecuador). With a focal depth of about 14 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.
The event was recorded by EMSC.
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Depth profile
Shallow
14 km
14 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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Pululahua
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Mojanda
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Guagua Pichincha
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Cuicocha
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Imbabura
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Atacazo
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