Magnitude
M4.0
- Depth
- 45.0 km
- Source
- EMSC
Piura · Sechura
Country overviewPeru · Piura
M4.0 Earthquake near Sechura, Piura (Peru)
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About this earthquake
On April 22, 2026 at 04:15 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near Sechura, Piura (Peru). With a focal depth of about 45 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.
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
45 km
45 km — shallower than 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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Sangay 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)
615
Country (24h)
Peru
2