M4.4 Depth: 12.7 km

M4.4 Earthquake near Ichupampa, Arequipa (Peru)

UTC time: 2025-03-21 01:04:19 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near Ichupampa, Arequipa (Peru) on March 21, 2025 at 01:04 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 13 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

12.7 km

UTC time

2025-03-21 01:04:19 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

State

Arequipa

City

Ichupampa

Village

Soccaro

Source

usp

Coordinates

-15.62869, -71.72018

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Depth profile

Shallow

12.7 km

12.7 km — shallower than the regional average (64.3 km)

Regional average: 64.3 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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