M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near San Miguel, Panamá Province (Panama)

UTC time: 2026-08-29 04:56:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 29, 2026 at 04:56 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near San Miguel, Panamá Province (Panama). 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 event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-29 04:56:01 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Panama

State

Panamá Province

City

San Miguel

County

Balboa

Source

emsc

Coordinates

8.44610, -78.90150

Temperature

25.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (21.2 km)

Regional average: 21.2 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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Baru

Distance: 402 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'474 m ·Last eruption: 1550 ·Panama

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