Earthquakes in El Salvador
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Recent Earthquakes (Last 30 Days)
| Time ↓ | Mag ↕ | Location ↕ | Depth ↕ | Felt ↕ | MMI | Alert | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7 hours ago 2026-02-19 07:30:01 UTC | 4.4mb | 124 km SW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador 12.357°, -89.199° | 10.0 km | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-02-05 2026-02-05 05:39:46 UTC | 4.3mb | 46 km SSE of La Libertad, El Salvador 13.078°, -89.234° | 58.2 km | 3 | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-01-27 2026-01-27 21:06:35 UTC | 4.5mb | 5 km SW of Chapeltique, El Salvador 13.597°, -88.301° | 183.5 km | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-01-27 2026-01-27 07:00:18 UTC | 4.0mb | 96 km SSW of Puerto San José, Guatemala 13.089°, -91.072° | 10.0 km | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-01-26 2026-01-26 15:37:22 UTC | 4.3mb | 90 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua 12.239°, -88.104° | 35.0 km | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-01-24 2026-01-24 19:26:56 UTC | 4.2mb | 104 km S of Puerto San José, Guatemala 12.984°, -90.908° | 10.0 km | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
Earthquake Statistics
5 km SW of Chapeltique, El Salvador
2026-01-27
15 km WNW of Omoa, Honduras
2026-01-16
Data from USGS Earthquake Hazards Program. Updated every 5 minutes.
About El Salvador
El Salvador experiences regular earthquakes from the nearby Middle America Trench subduction zone and local volcanic fault systems.
El Salvador Earthquakes 2026
In 2026, El Salvador has recorded 12 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater so far. The largest earthquake in El Salvador in 2026 was a magnitude 5.2 event near Omoa, Honduras. As of today, seismic monitoring continues with 1 earthquakes detected in the past 24 hours and 6 in the last 30 days.
Seismic Activity in El Salvador
El Salvador experiences regular earthquakes from the nearby Middle America Trench subduction zone and local volcanic fault systems.
Over the past 30 days, there have been 6 recorded earthquakes in this region. The largest recent earthquake was a magnitude 4.5 event near 5 km SW of Chapeltique, El Salvador.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many earthquakes occur in El Salvador?
In the past 30 days, 6 earthquakes have been recorded in the El Salvador region. The number varies based on seismic activity in the area.
What was the biggest recent earthquake in El Salvador?
The largest recent earthquake in the El Salvador area was a magnitude 4.5 event that occurred 5 km SW of Chapeltique, El Salvador.
How can I prepare for earthquakes in El Salvador?
Residents should secure heavy furniture, create an emergency kit with supplies for 72 hours, develop a family communication plan, and practice "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" during earthquake drills. Visit our preparedness section for detailed guides.
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