Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.2 earthquake 8 km SSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 8 km SSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico at Mar 23, 2026, 08:00 UTC, at a depth of 21 km. The epicentre was 10 km (6 mi) W of Puerto Escondido.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.2 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Mar 23, 2026, 08:00 UTC |
| Depth | 21.2 km |
| Coordinates | 15.861, -97.163 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.1 | 27 km SE of Puerto Ángel, Mexico | 100 km / 62 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.2 | 4 km NE of Puerto Ángel, Mexico | 77 km / 48 mi | depth 21 km | |
| 4.0 | 45 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico | 43 km / 27 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.