M3.5
Depth:
12.0 km
M3.5 Earthquake near CENTRAL PERU (Peru)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M3.5 earthquake was recorded near CENTRAL PERU (Peru) on August 28, 2025 at 18:23 UTC. With a focal depth of about 12 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.
The event was recorded by EMSC.
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Depth profile
Shallow
12 km
12 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.
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