M3.5 Depth: 11.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near Rambála, Bocas del Toro (Panama)

UTC time: 2026-07-23 07:26:49 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 23, 2026 at 07:26 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near Rambála, Bocas del Toro (Panama). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 11 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

11.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-23 07:26:49 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Panama

State

Bocas del Toro

City

Rambála

County

Chiriquí Grande

Source

emsc

Coordinates

8.99020, -82.15950

Temperature

25.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

11 km

11 km — shallower than the regional average (20.8 km)

Regional average: 20.8 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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