Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.3 earthquake 36 km SW of Sechura, Peru
A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck 36 km SW of Sechura, Peru at Aug 15, 2026, 20:05 UTC, at a depth of 33 km. The epicentre was 37 km (23 mi) SW of Sechura.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.3 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 15, 2026, 20:05 UTC |
| Depth | 32.7 km |
| Coordinates | -5.754, -81.088 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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