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M 4.9 earthquake - 117 km NW of Barranca, Peru

USGS reports a magnitude 4.9 earthquake at coordinates -4.0134, -77.349 (depth 10 km), located 117 km NW of Barranca, Peru. Source published 2026-09-19T07:12:27.058Z.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence
9/10
Geographic reach
2/10
Global importance
3/10
Impact magnitude
4/10
Positivity
2/10
Urgency
4/10

Why it matters

Earthquakes are hazardous events that can cause ground shaking, localized damage, and aftershocks. This USGS report is high-confidence; impacts appear likely to be localized given the magnitude, but authorities and nearby communities may need to assess for damage and monitor for further activity.

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