Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake — 2 km SW of Río Bravo, Guatemala
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake was recorded 2 km SW of Río Bravo, Guatemala on 2026-03-08 20:52 Guatemala time.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 4.8 (MWW) |
| Location | 2 km SW of Río Bravo, Guatemala |
| Time (Guatemala) | 2026-03-08 20:52 |
| Depth | 102.7 km |
| Nearest City | Mazatenango (~25 km) |
| Coordinates | 14.3799, -91.334 |
| Intensity | Light — Felt by many people, no significant damage expected |
| Tsunami Risk | No |
Source: USGS Earthquake Hazards Program
What to Do
This earthquake was likely felt by people in the area but is not expected to cause significant damage.
- CONRED hotline: 1566 (Guatemala emergency services)
- Follow updates: @ConaboraCONRED on social media
- Report it: Did You Feel It? (USGS)
Guatemala Seismic Context
Guatemala sits on the boundary of the Caribbean, Cocos, and North American tectonic plates, making it one of the most seismically active countries in Central America. The Motagua and Polochic fault systems run through the country, and the Middle America Trench off the Pacific coast generates regular subduction earthquakes.
On average, Guatemala experiences several M4+ earthquakes per month. Major destructive earthquakes (M7+) occur roughly every 20-30 years.
Check our safety guide for earthquake preparedness tips, and view recent seismic activity on the Guatemala map.
This article was auto-generated from USGS real-time earthquake data. Last updated: 2026-03-08 21:50 Guatemala time.