M 5.0 - 8 km NW of La Gomera, Guatemala
December 30, 2015 at 03:25:34 UTC
Depth: 81.05 km (Intermediate)
Moderate
PAGER Alert
Tsunami
Felt Reports
Event Details
| Magnitude | 5.0 mwr |
| Depth | 81.05 km (Intermediate) |
| Location | 14.1370N, 91.1098W |
| Community Intensity | III (Weak) |
| Felt Reports (DYFI) | 29 people |
| Tsunami Warning | No |
| Significance | 396 / 3000 |
| Status | Reviewed |
| Network | us |
| USGS Event Page | View on USGS → |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does magnitude 5 mean?
A magnitude 5 earthquake is classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.
How deep was this earthquake?
This earthquake occurred at a depth of 81.05 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but cause less surface damage.
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