M4.3 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.3 Earthquake near Querco, Huancavelica (Peru)

UTC time: 2025-04-27 20:13:34 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On April 27, 2025 at 20:13 UTC, a magnitude M4.3 earthquake occurred near Querco, Huancavelica (Peru). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 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 USP. Peru: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.8.

Details

Magnitude
M4.3
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-04-27 20:13:34 UTC
Local time
Country
State
City
Source
usp
Coordinates
-13.79649, -74.93862

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 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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    Distance: 388 km ·Lava dome ·Elevation: 3'848 m ·Last eruption: -4450 ·Peru
  • Sabancaya
    Distance: 398 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 5'960 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Peru

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