M 7.6 - 185 km WNW of Iñapari, Peru

November 24, 2015 at 22:50:54 UTC

Depth: 620.56 km (Deep)

Key Takeaway

This major earthquake (M7.6) occurred 10 years ago near 185 km WNW of Iñapari, Peru, at a depth of 620.56 km (deep). It was felt by 15 people.

M 7.6

Major

Green

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

15

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude7.6 mww
Depth620.56 km (Deep)
Location-10.0598S, 71.0184W
Community IntensityIV (Light)
Mercalli IntensityIII (Weak)
Felt Reports (DYFI)15 people
Alert Level (PAGER)Green — No fatalities or damage expected
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance896 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the magnitude of this earthquake?

This earthquake had a magnitude of 7.6, classified as "Major". Major earthquakes can cause serious damage over large areas.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 620.56 km, classified as "Deep". Deep earthquakes are rarely felt at the surface and seldom cause significant damage.

Where exactly did this earthquake occur?

This earthquake occurred near 185 km WNW of Iñapari, Peru, at coordinates -10.0598S, 71.0184W. The location is determined by analyzing seismic wave arrival times at multiple monitoring stations.

Were there aftershocks associated with this event?

Aftershock data for this specific event can be explored by viewing nearby recent earthquakes listed below on this page. Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes that occur in the same area following a larger event, and they can continue for days, weeks, or even months depending on the original earthquake's magnitude.

What does the magnitude of this earthquake mean in practical terms?

A magnitude 7.6 earthquake is classified as "Major" — these can cause serious damage to buildings and infrastructure across a wide area, especially near the epicenter.

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