M4.6 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near Chala Alta, Junín (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-08-09 04:05:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.6 earthquake was recorded near Chala Alta, Junín (Peru) on August 9, 2026 at 04:05 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.6

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-09 04:05:44 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

State

Junín

City

Chala Alta

Village

Chala Alta

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-12.05060, -75.49060

Temperature

1.6°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (64.6 km)

Regional average: 64.6 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

Estimated impact

2 Felt reports · max reported intensity 3.8

Tectonic context

Located on the South America Plate.

Near the boundary Altiplano ↔ South America · about 217 km away

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