M3.7 Depth: 162.0 km

M3.7 Earthquake near Palora, Morona Santiago (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2026-02-10 08:20:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 10, 2026 at 08:20 UTC, a magnitude M3.7 earthquake occurred near Palora, Morona Santiago (Ecuador). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 162 km. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.7

Depth

162.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-10 08:20:44 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

State

Morona Santiago

City

Palora

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-1.66000, -78.20000

Temperature

17.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

162 km

162 km — deeper than the regional average (41.3 km)

Regional average: 41.3 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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