M4.7 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-05-10 12:12:53 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.7 earthquake was recorded near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador) on May 10, 2025 at 12:12 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.7

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-10 12:12:53 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Guayas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-2.55890, -79.74260

Temperature

26.7°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 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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