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M3.7 Depth: 21.0 km

M3.7 Earthquake near Arrondissement Gros Morne, Artibonite Department (Haiti)

UTC time: 2026-08-13 04:31:23 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 13, 2026 at 04:31 UTC, a magnitude M3.7 earthquake occurred near Arrondissement Gros Morne, Artibonite Department (Haiti). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 21 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 21 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 21 km
Shallow
21 km
21 km — deeper than the regional average (14.5 km)
Regional average: 14.5 km
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Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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