Salinas, Ecuador — A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Ecuador on Saturday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reports.

What happened:

The quake hit at 11:17 AM Central Time, centered about 45 kilometers — roughly 28 miles — north-northwest of Salinas, in the Pacific Ocean off Ecuador's Santa Elena coast. The USGS measured the quake at a depth of 10 kilometers, about 6 miles below the surface. No tsunami warning was issued.

Impacts:

No damage reports or felt reports had been posted by the USGS at the time of this report. A magnitude 4.7 quake can shake strongly near its center, but shaking fades quickly with distance, and this quake struck offshore.

What to do:

If you feel shaking, drop to the ground, take cover under a sturdy table or desk, and hold on until the shaking stops. Stay away from windows and heavy objects that could fall. After the shaking ends, check for hazards such as gas leaks, broken glass, and damaged walls before moving around. Be ready for aftershocks, which can follow in the minutes and hours after a quake.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 7, 2026.