M4.4 Depth: 77.7 km

M4.4 Earthquake near Istmina, Chocó (Colombia)

UTC time: 2026-08-24 02:41:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near Istmina, Chocó (Colombia) on August 24, 2026 at 02:41 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 78 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

77.7 km

UTC time

2026-08-24 02:41:01 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Colombia

State

Chocó

City

Istmina

County

San Juan

Source

usgs

Coordinates

4.51660, -76.84030

Temperature

25.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

77.7 km

77.7 km — close to the regional average (83.8 km)

Regional average: 83.8 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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