5.4Moderate

M 5.4 - south of Panama

south of Panama

March 19, 2026 at 8:36 PM UTC

Seismic Data

Magnitude
M5.4
Moderate
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
4.9769ยฐN, 82.5755ยฐW
epicenter
Shakemap MMI
2.8
Modified Mercalli Intensity

About This Earthquake

This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.4 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at south of Panama at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.

The earthquake occurred on March 19, 2026 at 8:36 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us6000shdm.

Frequently Asked Questions

How strong was the south of Panama earthquake?

This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.4. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.

Where was the south of Panama earthquake felt?

The earthquake occurred at south of Panama at a depth of 10.0 km.

M5.4 Moderate Earthquake - south of Panama | USGS