1942 Peru earthquake
| UTC time | 1942-08-24 22:50:31 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 900444 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | August 24, 1942 |
| Local time | 17:50 |
| Magnitude | Mw 8.2 |
| Depth | 35 km (22 mi) |
| Epicenter | 14°59′S 74°55′W / 14.98°S 74.92°W |
| Type | Megathrust |
| Areas affected | Peru |
| Max. intensity | MMI IX (Violent) |
| Casualties | 30 |
The 1942 Peru earthquake occurred on August 24 at 17:50 local time and was located near the border of the departments of Ica and Arequipa, Peru. It had a magnitude of Mw 8.2 or Ms 8.4.