M4.9 Depth: 34.5 km

M4.9 Earthquake near 15 km ENE of Bahía de Caráquez, Ecuador (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-09-19 22:33:07 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near 15 km ENE of Bahía de Caráquez, Ecuador (Ecuador) on September 19, 2025 at 22:33 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 34 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

34.5 km

UTC time

2025-09-19 22:33:07 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Manabí

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-0.52500, -80.30160

Temperature

24.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

34.5 km

34.5 km — close to 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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