M4.1 Depth: 6.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near El Frances Arriba, Chiriquí (Panama)

UTC time: 2026-09-01 04:50:46 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 1, 2026 at 04:50 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near El Frances Arriba, Chiriquí (Panama). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 6 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

6.0 km

UTC time

2026-09-01 04:50:46 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Panama

State

Chiriquí

City

El Frances Arriba

County

Boquete

Village

El Frances Arriba

Source

emsc

Coordinates

8.62100, -82.41850

Temperature

24.3°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

6 km

6 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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