M3.7
Depth:
17.0 km
M3.7 Earthquake near NORTHERN PERU (Peru)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M3.7 earthquake was recorded near NORTHERN PERU (Peru) on January 4, 2026 at 22:17 UTC. With a focal depth of about 17 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.
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Depth profile
Shallow
17 km
17 km — shallower than the regional average (64.3 km)
Regional average: 64.3 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
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