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.