M3.5 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near EL SALVADOR (El Salvador)

UTC time: 2025-05-12 09:55:29 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 12, 2025 at 09:55 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near EL SALVADOR (El Salvador). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 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

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-12 09:55:29 UTC

Local time

—

Country

El Salvador

City

La Unión

Source

emsc

Coordinates

13.25000, -87.86000

Temperature

24.7°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (53.8 km)

Regional average: 53.8 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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