Ecuador Registers Earthquake Off Its Coast Tuesday Afternoon

Ecuador's coastal region was shaken by an earthquake on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 30, 2026. The Geophysical Institute (IG) reported the tremor occurred at 4:23 PM local time, registering a magnitude of 3.6 MLv. The epicenter was located 65.53 kilometers from Jama in the Manabí province, at a relatively shallow depth of 10 kilometers.

This event followed an earlier seismic activity recorded on the same day. At 1:02 AM, a more significant earthquake with a magnitude of 4.3 on the Richter scale was detected. This tremor's epicenter was situated approximately 53.97 kilometers from Macas in the Morona Santiago province, at a depth of 13 kilometers.

While the tremors were felt in various locations, including Quito, Guayaquil, and Ambato, authorities have not reported any emergencies or significant damage resulting from the seismic activity. The IG shared information about the quakes via its X account, where users reported feeling the vibrations.

In light of seismic events, Ecuadorians are advised to remain calm and follow basic prevention measures. Recommendations include staying away from electrical wires if outdoors, avoiding glass and structures that could collapse, and adhering to emergency protocols disseminated by ECU 911 and rescue organizations.