M4.6 Earthquake 6 km NW of El Cortezo, Panama — June 3, 2026
2026-06-03 00:41:41 UTC (3 hours ago) · approx. 7:41 PM UTC-5 local
On June 3, 2026 at 00:41 UTC, a magnitude 4.6 shallow crustal earthquake struck 6 km NW of El Cortezo, Panama, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 7.4667°, -80.6784°. This earthquake was detected by 102 seismic stations with good location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 326, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 120 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 899 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-80.6784°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.6 earthquake near El Cortezo, Panama?
The magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck 6 km NW of El Cortezo, Panama on June 3, 2026 at 00:41 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 7.4667°, -80.6784°, which is 6 km NW of El Cortezo, Panama.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.6 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: us7000sq6f). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, June 3, 2026). M4.6 Earthquake 6 km NW of El Cortezo, Panama — June 3, 2026. Retrieved June 3, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000sq6f/