M4.5 Earthquake 32 km NE of Yaguaraparo, Venezuela — July 7, 2026
2026-07-07 08:41:37 UTC (4 hours ago) · approx. 4:41 AM UTC-4 local
On July 7, 2026 at 08:41 UTC, a magnitude 4.5 intermediate depth earthquake struck 32 km NE of Yaguaraparo, Venezuela, at a depth of 126.8 km and coordinates 10.7321°, -62.5800°. This earthquake was detected by 52 seismic stations with good location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 312, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 85 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 767 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-62.5800°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.5 earthquake near Yaguaraparo, Venezuela?
The magnitude 4.5 earthquake that struck 32 km NE of Yaguaraparo, Venezuela on July 7, 2026 at 08:41 UTC had a depth of 126.8 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 10.7321°, -62.5800°, which is 32 km NE of Yaguaraparo, Venezuela.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.5 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000talr). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, July 7, 2026). M4.5 Earthquake 32 km NE of Yaguaraparo, Venezuela — July 7, 2026. Retrieved July 7, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000talr/