M2.8 Depth: 171.1 km

M2.8 Earthquake near Sitajara, Tacna (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-07-21 12:35:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 21, 2026 at 12:35 UTC, a magnitude M2.8 earthquake occurred near Sitajara, Tacna (Peru). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 171 km. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.8

Depth

171.1 km

UTC time

2026-07-21 12:35:42 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

State

Tacna

City

Sitajara

Village

Sitajara

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-17.45000, -70.10000

Temperature

4.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

171.1 km

171.1 km — deeper than the regional average (64.3 km)

Regional average: 64.3 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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