Planet Briefing

Occurred

First published · Last updated

Earthquakes

M 5.6 earthquake - 43 km S of Puerto San José, Guatemala

Reported by USGS M2.5+ Earthquakes, Past Day

USGS reported a magnitude 5.6 earthquake 43 km south of Puerto San José, Guatemala, at a depth of 35 km. The source lists 19 felt reports but includes no damage or injury details.

At a glance

  • Affected location: Puerto San José, Guatemala
  • Magnitude 5.6
  • Depth 35 km
Share this event

Follow: Earthquakes in Guatemala

Manage follows

Why it matters

The report documents a localized earthquake with felt reports, while identifying no broader consequences.

Location

Highlighted marker: this event.

Generated scores

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

Confidence
7/10
Geographic reach
1/10
Global importance
3/10
Impact magnitude
4/10
Urgency
3/10

Primary official sources

Report an issue

Read our editorial process and corrections policy.

Continue exploring

Related developments reported in the last 30 days. These are not necessarily ongoing incidents.

Loading related developments…

Explore earthquakes in guatemala