Latest Earthquakes in Alta Verapaz Department, Guatemala

Latest Earthquakes in Alta Verapaz Department, Guatemala

An overview of the latest earthquakes near Alta Verapaz Department, Guatemala. Each event is recorded as they happend updated every minute, the first event recorded was in 1950.

Alta Verapaz Department Earthquake Statistics

Alta Verapaz Department in , Guatemala has experienced a total of 1510 since the 1950's.

Number of Earthquakes per Year in Alta Verapaz Department 1950-2024

Earthquake Magnitude Distribution

When was the last earthquake in Alta Verapaz Department, Guatemala?

The last earthquake in Alta Verapaz Department was 16 days ago and struck 146 km (91 mi) ↓ S of the city. The earthquake had a magnitude 4.10 on the richter scale and a depth of 10.0 km.

What was the strongest earthquake near Alta Verapaz Department, Guatemala?

The strongest earthquake recorded near Alta Verapaz Department was a 7.50 magnitude earthquake with a depth of 5.0 kilometers. It struck 7 km N of Los Amates, Guatemala or 116 km (72 mi) → E from the center of Alta Verapaz Department, 48 years ago.

How often do earthquakes occur near Alta Verapaz Department, Guatemala?

In 2024, Alta Verapaz Department has experienced 16 earthquakes, which is lower than the yearly average of X. Based on the data dating back to 1950 we can asume that Alta Verapaz Department is struck by an earthquake every x months.

In 2024, Alta Verapaz Department has experienced 16 earthquakes with a magnitude of 2 or higher. That is lower than the average of 20.13 earthquakes per year in the region. Based on the data dating back to 1950 we can asume that Alta Verapaz Department is struck by an earthquake with a magnitude of 2 or higher every 1.68 months.

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Data Information

Information found on this page is a derivative set, based on sources mentioned below.

Data Sources

We aggregate and combine data from USGS (United States Geographical Survey) and the EMSC (European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre). This allow us to get near real-time and historical earthquake data dating back to the year 1950.

Disclaimer

Information or data found on this page should not be used for, or as an early warning system. It is intended as an historical reference or near real-time complementary information to offical and governmental sources. In an event of an emergency it is important closely monitor and follow advice from national, state and local authorities.