Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.3 earthquake 4 km NNW of Yanacancha, Peru
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck 4 km NNW of Yanacancha, Peru at Aug 6, 2026, 18:57 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 22 km (14 mi) WSW of Chilca. 4 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.3 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 6, 2026, 18:57 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -12.165, -75.396 |
| Felt reports | 4 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.7 | 2 km NW of Yanacancha, Peru | 3 km / 2 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.5 | 13 km NW of Yanacancha, Peru | 10 km / 6 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.7 | 15 km WNW of Yanacancha, Peru | 13 km / 8 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.