Seismic activity on July 28: Earthquake near Masachapa, Nicaragua registered – magnitude 5.0

Published Jul 28, 2025

SAN RAFAEL DEL SUR, MN — According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.0 magnitude quake shook near Masachapa Monday afternoon.

The tremor rattled the area at 20:55 UTC (14:55 local time). It occurred at a depth of 10 km with the epicenter located approximately 84 km south-southwest of Masachapa.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can submit a report via the USGS Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey