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M4.8 Earthquake – Near Coast of Southern Peru – 12 May 2026

Occurred 12 May 2026·Detected 12 May 2026·
🇵🇪 Near the coast of southern Peru, approximately -16.416°S, -73.534°W1 reportEnded 12 May 2026
Natural CatastrophePropertyMarine CargoEnergyCasualty & Liability

A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck near the coast of southern Peru on 12 May 2026, recorded by EMSC. The epicentre was located at approximately -16.416°S, -73.534°W at a shallow depth of 10 km. At this magnitude and depth, localised ground shaking is expected but significant structural damage or casualties are unlikely. Southern Peru lies within the Pacific Ring of Fire seismic zone.

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Impact verdict

Low impact. A M4.8 earthquake at 10 km depth may produce localised shaking but is unlikely to cause significant structural damage or insured losses. Southern Peru is seismically active and infrastructure is generally adapted to moderate seismic events.

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Geographic Zone Matches

1 active match

  • Pacific Ring of Fire
    Rule-basedConfidence 100%

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Affected countries

🇵🇪 Peru

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