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M4.0 Depth: 51.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near PERU-ECUADOR BORDER REGION (Peru)

UTC time: 2025-08-04 03:06:15 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near PERU-ECUADOR BORDER REGION (Peru) on August 4, 2025 at 03:06 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 51 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. 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 M4.8.

Details

Magnitude
M4.0
Depth
51.0 km
UTC time
2025-08-04 03:06:15 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Peru
City
Piura
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-4.17000, -80.47000
Temperature
20.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 51 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 51 km
Shallow
51 km
51 km — shallower than the regional average (64.2 km)
Regional average: 64.2 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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