M3.5 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near PERU-ECUADOR BORDER REGION (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-09-14 13:31:02 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 14, 2025 at 13:31 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near PERU-ECUADOR BORDER REGION (Ecuador). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-14 13:31:02 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Morona Santiago

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-3.03000, -78.04000

Temperature

25.7°C

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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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