Magnitude
M4.0
- Depth
- 41.0 km
- Source
- EMSC
Perú
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M4.0 Earthquake near Perú (Peru)
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About this earthquake
On April 8, 2026 at 07:55 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near Perú (Peru). With a focal depth of about 41 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: 3 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.0.
Details
ID
d72f0a742cccacef0c1a3786896dbf985393ffc3
Magnitude
M4.0
Depth
41.0 km
UTC time
2026-04-08 07:55:07 UTC
Local time
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Country
City
Perú
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-7.32000,
-80.00000
Temperature
22.9°C
Depth profile
Shallow
41 km
41 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
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)
586
Country (24h)
Peru
3