M3.6 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near Sarayacu, Pastaza (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2026-08-17 11:03:46 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.6 earthquake was recorded near Sarayacu, Pastaza (Ecuador) on August 17, 2026 at 11:03 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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

Details

Magnitude

M3.6

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-17 11:03:46 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

State

Pastaza

City

Sarayacu

County

Pastaza

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-1.84000, -77.48000

Temperature

23.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than the regional average (38.5 km)

Regional average: 38.5 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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