M2.8 Depth: 22.0 km

M2.8 Earthquake near Santo Domingo, Chiriquí (Panama)

UTC time: 2026-06-08 19:49:54 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.8 earthquake was recorded near Santo Domingo, Chiriquí (Panama) on June 8, 2026 at 19:49 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 22 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.8

Depth

22.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-08 19:49:54 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Panama

State

Chiriquí

City

Santo Domingo

County

Bugaba

Village

Santo Domingo

Source

emsc

Coordinates

8.46460, -82.73370

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Depth profile

Shallow

22 km

22 km — close to the regional average (19.9 km)

Regional average: 19.9 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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