4.9Light
M 4.9 - central East Pacific Rise
central East Pacific Rise
March 27, 2026 at 12:59 PM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M4.9
Light
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
3.9072ยฐS, 104.0683ยฐW
epicenter
About This Earthquake
This was a light earthquake registering M4.9 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at central East Pacific Rise at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 27, 2026 at 12:59 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s80u.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the central East Pacific Rise earthquake?
This was a light earthquake with a magnitude of 4.9. Earthquakes of this magnitude are felt by many but usually cause little damage.
Where was the central East Pacific Rise earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at central East Pacific Rise at a depth of 10.0 km.