M3.8
Depth:
54.0 km
M3.8 Earthquake near Ite, Tacna (Peru)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M3.8 earthquake was recorded near Ite, Tacna (Peru) on April 21, 2026 at 04:13 UTC. With a focal depth of about 54 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC.
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Depth profile
Shallow
54 km
54 km — close to 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.
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