M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near Jeberos, Loreto (Peru)

UTC time: 2025-04-21 22:23:14 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near Jeberos, Loreto (Peru) on April 21, 2025 at 22:23 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude
M4.4
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-04-21 22:23:14 UTC
Local time
Country
State
City
Source
usp
Coordinates
-5.36606, -76.39866

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 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.

Depth classes per USGS

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