Magnitude
M4.8
- Depth
- 197.5 km
- Source
- EMSC
Jujuy · Municipio de Susques
Country overviewArgentina · Jujuy
M4.8 Earthquake near Municipio de Susques, Jujuy (Argentina)
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About this earthquake
On May 8, 2026 at 01:29 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near Municipio de Susques, Jujuy (Argentina). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 198 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Argentina: 8 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.
Details
ID
b0917533ce0a6c76a15e4f4512a990ab1c7306a4
Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
197.5 km
UTC time
2026-05-08 01:29:17 UTC
Local time
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Country
State
City
County
Village
Municipio de Susques
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-23.77880,
-66.58360
Temperature
2.5°C
Depth profile
Intermediate
197.5 km
197.5 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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Cordon de Puntas Negras
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Chiliques
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Acamarachi
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Caichinque
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Miniques
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Colachi
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