M4.6 Depth: 35.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-09-19 01:49:50 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 19, 2025 at 01:49 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador). With a focal depth of about 35 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.6

Depth

35.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-19 01:49:50 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-1.27040, -80.81010

Temperature

22.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

35 km

35 km — close to 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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