M4.7 Earthquake 52 km ESE of Macas, Ecuador — February 12, 2026
2026-02-12 21:52:58 UTC (2026-02-12) · approx. 4:52 PM UTC-5 local
On February 12, 2026 at 21:52 UTC, a magnitude 4.7 intermediate depth earthquake struck 52 km ESE of Macas, Ecuador, at a depth of 126.0 km and coordinates -2.4913°, -77.6787°. This earthquake was detected by 41 seismic stations with good location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 340, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 169 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.1 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-77.6787°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.7 earthquake near Macas, Ecuador?
The magnitude 4.7 earthquake that struck 52 km ESE of Macas, Ecuador on February 12, 2026 at 21:52 UTC had a depth of 126.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at -2.4913°, -77.6787°, which is 52 km ESE of Macas, Ecuador.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.7 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000s8l7). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, February 12, 2026). M4.7 Earthquake 52 km ESE of Macas, Ecuador — February 12, 2026. Retrieved May 14, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000s8l7/