Magnitude
M3.4
- Depth
- 201.8 km
- Source
- EMSC
Salta · Municipio de Tolar Grande
Country overviewArgentina · Salta
M3.4 Earthquake near Municipio de Tolar Grande, Salta (Argentina)
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About this earthquake
On April 27, 2026 at 00:32 UTC, a magnitude M3.4 earthquake occurred near Municipio de Tolar Grande, Salta (Argentina). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 202 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Argentina: 8 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.
Details
ID
858a07c413312d7bac1912736271cf9d225c1691
Magnitude
M3.4
Depth
201.8 km
UTC time
2026-04-27 00:32:47 UTC
Local time
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Country
State
County
Village
Municipio de Tolar Grande
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-24.18000,
-67.48000
Temperature
3.4°C
Depth profile
Intermediate
201.8 km
201.8 km — deeper than the regional average (143.2 km)
Regional average: 143.2 km
Why depth matters
Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.
Depth classes per USGS
Volcanoes nearby
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Aracar
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Caichinque
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Cordon de Puntas Negras
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Miniques
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Pular
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Tujle, Cerro
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