ShakeMap (Calculated intensity of this earthquake near Oaxaca):


View ShakeMap, Epicenter and historical seismicity on interactive map

General data about this earthquake:

Time (UTC): 2022-08-30 05:55
Magnitude: 4.0
Depth: 44.0 km
Maximum intensity: 3.0 (EMS scale)

Given earthquake data might be preliminary (uncertain) until manual revision by a scientist is done.

Nearby places

City Country Intensity (EMS-98) Population Distance epicenter (km) Effects
El Morro MX 3.0 3000 8.7 weakly felt
El Carrizal MX 3.0 1000 7.7 weakly felt
La Noria MX 2.9 2000 31.4 barely felt
Salina Cruz MX 2.8 77000 30.0 barely felt
Santo Domingo Tehuantepec MX 2.8 42000 35.0 barely felt
San Blas Atempa MX 2.8 12000 36.6 barely felt
San Pedro Huilotepec MX 2.8 3000 37.3 barely felt
Juchitán de Zaragoza MX 2.4 75000 60.7 barely felt
Ixtepec MX 2.4 25000 64.5 barely felt
Matías Romero MX 1.8 19000 98.2 not felt

Current earthquake activity near Oaxaca:

Due to lack of data no comparison with long-term trends is possible for this region.

Statistic:

Since 1960, 4544 earthquakes larger than Magnitude 4.0 were detected in this region. This makes an average of 75.75 earthquakes larger than M4.0 per year around Oaxaca. Therefore, the general earthquake activity is usually very high and quakes of this size have an average recurrence time of approx. 0.2 months (6 days).

Largest earthquakes in this map section* (Oaxaca and nearby)

Date Magnitude Depth (km)
2017-9-8 8.2 47
1978-11-29 7.7 18
1999-9-30 7.5 61
1965-8-23 7.4 25
2020-6-23 7.4 20
1995-10-21 7.2 159
2011-4-7 6.6 166
2015-12-17 6.6 85
1972-11-13 6.6 15
2008-2-12 6.5 83

*Data: USGS (Magnitude 5 +, since 1960). See all historical earthquakes in the interactive map linked above.

What to do in case of an earthquake?

1. No panic.

2. If you are inside a building: Seek shelter under stable furniture (e.g. dining table). Be aware of falling objects. Do not flee the building! Falling roof tiles, bricks, and glass can harm you. After the shaking stops: Turn off the electronical devices. Check gas pipes for leaks. Check for structural damage. Leave your house if you are uncertain. In case of damage: Do not enter the building before a professional safety check! Dangerous aftershocks might follow. Help your neighbors if necessary. If outdoors: Keep away from buildings, try to find open space, crouch down, and cover your head with your arms. Do not run on the streets before checking for cars. Always watch your environment.

3. If you are near the coast: In case of strong or long-lasting shaking evacuate to higher grounds immediately! A tsunami might be possible. Do not wait for official warnings. In areas of a high tsunami threat, follow the evacuation route signs but be aware of possible damaged buildings and landslides on your route. Once reaching a higher / save point, listen to official instructions and warnings.

4. If you are in the mountains or near a steep slope: Watch for rockfalls, landslides, and avalanches. Get away from slopes immediately and protect your head with your arms.

5. Try to help people in need. Take special care of elderly people and children. After the earthquake stopped, confirm that your neighbors, friends, and family are save. Help them, if necessary but do not get yourself into a dangerous situation. Call and wait for professional rescue teams.