M4.3 Depth: 5.0 km

M4.3 Earthquake near OFF COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-09-18 21:55:20 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 18, 2025 at 21:55 UTC, a magnitude M4.3 earthquake occurred near OFF COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador). With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.3

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-18 21:55:20 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-1.28000, -81.13000

Temperature

22.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 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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