Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.6 earthquake 18 km NNE of Posoltega, Nicaragua
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 18 km NNE of Posoltega, Nicaragua at Oct 7, 2026, 20:56 UTC, at a depth of 206 km. The epicentre was 19 km (12 mi) NE of Chichigalpa.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.6 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 7, 2026, 20:56 UTC |
| Depth | 206.3 km |
| Coordinates | 12.695, -86.904 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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