Magnitude
M3.6
- Depth
- 57.0 km
- Source
- EMSC
Ica
Country overviewPeru
M3.6 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF CENTRAL PERU (Peru)
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About this earthquake
On October 25, 2025 at 14:12 UTC, a magnitude M3.6 earthquake occurred near NEAR COAST OF CENTRAL PERU (Peru). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 57 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Peru: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.7.
Details
Depth profile
Shallow
57 km
57 km — close to the regional average (64 km)
Regional average: 64 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
Volcanoes nearby
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Sabancaya Activity reported
Peru
Context for this earthquake
05 Oct 2025 – 05 Oct 2026 · M ≥ 3.0 · 484 Catalogue entries
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Stats (last 24h)
Global (24h)
624
Country (24h)
Peru
2