M4.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Near Coast of Ecuador (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-05-10 12:12:54 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near Near Coast of Ecuador (Ecuador) on May 10, 2025 at 12:12 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-10 12:12:54 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Cañar

Source

gfz

Coordinates

-2.44000, -79.37000

Temperature

26.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 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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