M6.70 Earthquake – 31 km NW of Aniso, Peru

20 August 2026, 18:00 UTC · 1 month ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 6.70 earthquake struck 31 km NW of Aniso, Peru on 20 August 2026, 18:00 UTC, at a depth of 99 km. This was a strong earthquake that can cause damage near the epicentre.

Magnitude
6.70 (mww)
Location
31 km NW of Aniso, Peru
Date & time
20 August 2026, 18:00 UTC
Coordinates
-14.6414, -73.5236
Depth
99.00 km
Felt reports
74 (USGS "Did You Feel It?")
PAGER alert
Green
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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