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M4.5 Depth: 251.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Municipio de Mina Pirquitas, Jujuy (Argentina)

UTC time: 2026-05-17 23:38:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near Municipio de Mina Pirquitas, Jujuy (Argentina) on May 17, 2026 at 23:38 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 251 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The data is provided by GFZ and cross-checked across seismological networks. Argentina: 10 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude
M4.5
Depth
251.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-17 23:38:31 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Argentina
State
Jujuy
City
Municipio de Mina Pirquitas
County
Departamento Rinconada
Village
Municipio de Mina Pirquitas
Source
gfz
Coordinates
-22.44000, -66.25000
Temperature
1.9°C

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