M4.9 Depth: 190.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near Curaray, Pastaza (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-03-08 05:37:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near Curaray, Pastaza (Ecuador) on March 8, 2025 at 05:37 UTC. At around 190 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USP and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

190.0 km

UTC time

2025-03-08 05:37:42 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

State

Pastaza

City

Curaray

County

Arajuno

Source

usp

Coordinates

-1.27458, -77.45533

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Depth profile

Intermediate

190 km

190 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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