M4.5 Depth: 142.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Palca, Tacna (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-08-27 17:40:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 27, 2026 at 17:40 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near Palca, Tacna (Peru). At around 142 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

142.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-27 17:40:42 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

State

Tacna

City

Palca

Village

Palca

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-17.55720, -69.61950

Temperature

16.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

142 km

142 km — deeper than the regional average (64.6 km)

Regional average: 64.6 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

Tectonic context

Located on the Altiplano Plate.

Near the boundary Nazca ↔ Altiplano · about 296 km away

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