Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.5 earthquake 77 km WNW of El Aguilar, Argentina
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 77 km WNW of El Aguilar, Argentina at Aug 23, 2026, 17:56 UTC, at a depth of 223 km. The epicentre was 138 km (86 mi) SW of Villazon.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.5 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 23, 2026, 17:56 UTC |
| Depth | 223.2 km |
| Coordinates | -23.070, -66.417 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 | 42 km WSW of Abra Pampa, Argentina | 44 km / 27 mi | depth 259 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.