Preliminary earthquake data and analysis
Event ID | 1359869 |
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Event time | 2025-05-02 21:18:55 (UTC) |
Local time | 2025-05-03 02:18:55 - [It was morning in the affected area.] |
Last update | 2025-05-02 22:04:26 (UTC) |
Magnitude | 4.6 |
Depth | 101.798 km |
Class | Light |
Hypocenter | Medium deep |
Mercalli scale | 4 |
Possible effects | Most people indoors feel movement. Hanging objects swing. Dishes, windows, and doors rattle. The earthquake feels like a heavy truck hitting the walls. A few people outdoors may feel movement. Parked cars rock. |
Data status | reviewed |
Data provider | USGS |
Continent | South-America |
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Country | Peru |
Administration area | Pasco |
Nearest settlement | Pucara |
Distance | 4 km |
Course | SE |
Surface type | underground quake |