Magnitude 4.6 earthquake strikes 84 km SW of Puerto Madero, Mexico

A magnitude 4.6 earthquake occurred on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 06:43:15 GMT. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported the seismic activity at a depth of 35 kilometers. Its epicenter was located at coordinates 14.2069, -93.0019, approximately 84 kilometers southwest of Puerto Madero, Mexico.

The USGS, a scientific agency of the United States government, is a primary source for earthquake data. It monitors seismic events globally, employing a network of sensors and sophisticated analytical tools to determine key parameters such as magnitude, location, depth, and time. These measurements provide foundational information for understanding earthquake activity.