M3.8
Depth:
14.0 km
M3.8 Earthquake near Río Tambo, Junín (Peru)
About this earthquake
On January 28, 2026 at 16:34 UTC, a magnitude M3.8 earthquake occurred near Río Tambo, Junín (Peru). With a focal depth of about 14 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC.
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Depth profile
Shallow
14 km
14 km — shallower than the regional average (64.2 km)
Regional average: 64.2 km
Why depth matters
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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Auquihuato, Cerro
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Quimsachata-Oroscocha
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