M4.4
Depth:
10.0 km
M4.4 Earthquake near Huanza, Lima (Peru)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near Huanza, Lima (Peru) on February 26, 2026 at 23:21 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.
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Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than the regional average (64.2 km)
Regional average: 64.2 km
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Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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