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M3.1 Depth: 1.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near Chixoy, Alta Verapaz (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2026-04-19 20:05:53 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 19, 2026 at 20:05 UTC, a magnitude M3.1 earthquake occurred near Chixoy, Alta Verapaz (Guatemala). With a focal depth of about 1 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 1 km
Shallow
1 km
1 km — shallower than the regional average (32.2 km)
Regional average: 32.2 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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    Distance: 109 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 2'569 m ·Last eruption: 2021 ·Guatemala

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