Magnitude
4.6
CATAMARCA, ARGENTINA
Nov 9, 2026 at 08:22 UTC
Depth
135 km
Coordinates
-27.9151°, -67.7102°
Earthquake location and epicenter ·
Source: EMSC ·
Drag to move · +/− to zoom
Event ID:
emsc-20261109_0000127
Earthquake Magnitude Scale
How strong is this earthquake?
M2.0–3.9
Minor
Usually not felt
This Earthquake (M4.6)
M4.0–4.9
Light
Often felt; minor shaking
M5.0–5.9
Moderate
Can cause damage nearby
M6.0–6.9
Strong
Potentially damaging
M7.0–7.9
Major
Can cause serious damage
M8.0+
Great
Can cause widespread damage
Magnitude describes earthquake size, not the shaking intensity at a particular location. Effects vary by depth, distance, and local conditions.
