Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.5 earthquake 13 km NW of Yanacancha, Peru
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 13 km NW of Yanacancha, Peru at Aug 9, 2026, 04:05 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 30 km (19 mi) W of Chilca. 2 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.5 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 9, 2026, 04:05 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -12.126, -75.480 |
| Felt reports | 2 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
01 — Nearby
Nearest cities
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.7 | 2 km NW of Yanacancha, Peru | 11 km / 7 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.