M4.9 Depth: 113.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near San José del Palmar, Chocó (Colombia)

UTC time: 2026-02-13 11:40:54 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 13, 2026 at 11:40 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near San José del Palmar, Chocó (Colombia). At around 113 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by ISC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

113.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-13 11:40:54 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Colombia

State

Chocó

City

San José del Palmar

County

San Juan

Village

San José del Palmar

Source

isc

Coordinates

4.80200, -76.42900

Temperature

26.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

113 km

113 km — deeper than the regional average (84.6 km)

Regional average: 84.6 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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