M8.0 central Peru coming in NOW

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The recent earthquake in central Peru, recorded at a depth of 109 km, has been analyzed through various seismographs, including personal systems and those from the USGS. The seismic waves, particularly the P-waves, took time to traverse the Pacific basin, indicating significant distance from major urban areas. The attenuation of surface wave generation was noted, suggesting minimal impact on nearby populations. For detailed seismogram data, users can refer to the provided links from Sydney Storm City and Geofon.

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fresh_42 said:
109 km depth and luckily no major cities around:
http://geofon.gfz-potsdam.de/eqinfo/seismon/globmon.php

for sure, it really attenuated the surface wave generation

seismogram from my system after first hour of recording ...

190526 0741UT Mw 8.0 central Peru zhi1sm.jpg
info link to the USGS

https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us60003sc0/executiveDave
 

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