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Recent Earthquakes in Ecuador

0 earthquakes today, 4 in the last 7 days, 16 in the last 30 days, most recently 1 day ago.

Today
0
Last 7 days
4
Last 30 days
16
Strongest recent
M 4.6
Most recent
1 day ago

Ecuador sits on an active subduction zone and a chain of volcanoes in the Andes. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Ecuador - today, yesterday, this week and the last 30 days - including magnitude, depth and timing. Data is sourced from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and updates automatically.

Whether you are checking for a quake that happened just now, looking for a USGS-style earthquake map for Ecuador, tracking tremors and seismic activity over the last 7 days, or watching for a big or major earthquake, this page stays current. For instant earthquake alerts in Ecuador - the moment a quake strikes near you - the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications with custom magnitude and region rules.

Latest earthquakes in Ecuador

Show the full list of 16 recent earthquakes

Did people in Ecuador feel recent earthquakes?

No community-felt earthquakes reported in Ecuador in the current feed. When the ground moves, QuakeMate users report what they felt in seconds - be the first.

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Earthquakes in Ecuador: frequently asked questions

Were there any earthquakes in Ecuador today?

No earthquakes have been recorded in or near Ecuador in the last 24 hours in the QuakeMate feed. Activity can begin at any time - the map above updates automatically and the app sends instant alerts.

How many earthquakes were there in Ecuador yesterday?

2 earthquakes were recorded in or near Ecuador in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.

How many earthquakes have there been in Ecuador this week (last 7 days)?

4 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Ecuador in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.

How many earthquakes have there been in Ecuador in the last 30 days?

16 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Ecuador in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 4.6.

Are there earthquakes in Ecuador?

Yes. Ecuador is seismically active - 16 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Ecuador in the last 30 days. Ecuador sits on an active subduction zone and a chain of volcanoes in the Andes.

What was the most recent earthquake in Ecuador?

The most recent earthquake in Ecuador was a magnitude 3.9 event near OFF COAST OF ECUADOR at a depth of 14 km.

What is the strongest recent earthquake in Ecuador?

The strongest earthquake in the recent Ecuador feed was magnitude 4.6, located near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR.

Is Ecuador in an earthquake zone?

Ecuador sits on an active subduction zone and a chain of volcanoes in the Andes.

How many earthquakes does Ecuador get per year?

The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Ecuador's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 16 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. Ecuador sits on an active subduction zone and a chain of volcanoes in the Andes. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.

Is there a tsunami warning for Ecuador?

Major undersea earthquakes near Ecuador can trigger tsunami warnings. QuakeMate flags tsunami-capable events on the live map and in alerts; see quakemate.app/tsunamis-in/ecuador for current tsunami risk and recent coastal activity for Ecuador.

Is there an earthquake alert app for Ecuador?

Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Ecuador, with custom magnitude and region rules so you are notified the moment a quake strikes near you. It also offers a live map, "Did You Feel It" community reports and tsunami warnings. Download it at quakemate.app/download.

What is the best app to track earthquakes in Ecuador?

QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Ecuador: real-time data from USGS, EMSC and regional networks, instant push alerts, a live map, magnitude and depth for every event, and community felt reports. Available on iOS at quakemate.app/download.

Where can I see a USGS earthquake map for Ecuador?

QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Ecuador on the interactive map above, updated automatically. Each event shows magnitude, depth, location and time, and links to a permalink page - a faster, mobile-friendly way to read the same USGS data.

Has there been a big earthquake in Ecuador recently?

The strongest recent earthquake in or near Ecuador was magnitude 4.6 near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR. No major (M6+) earthquake has hit recently, but conditions can change quickly. See the live map and full list above for the latest activity.

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Get earthquake alerts for Ecuador

QuakeMate sends real-time alerts the moment an earthquake strikes near you - free on iOS, with community “Did You Feel It” reports.

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Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS, EMSC and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.