M5.30 Earthquake – 7 km SSW of Huayucachi, Peru

6 August 2026, 18:57 UTC · 1 hour ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.30 earthquake struck 7 km SSW of Huayucachi, Peru on 6 August 2026, 18:57 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.

Magnitude
5.30 (mww)
Location
7 km SSW of Huayucachi, Peru
Date & time
6 August 2026, 18:57 UTC
Coordinates
-12.1948, -75.2574
Depth
10.00 km
Felt reports
3 (USGS "Did You Feel It?")
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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