Update: Seismic activity on June 26 – 5.2 magnitude earthquake close to El Crucero, Nicaragua reported

Published Jul 21, 2026

EL CRUCERO, MN — A 5.2 magnitude quake occurred near El Crucero on Friday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor, which hit the area at 11:57 UTC (05:57 local time), was centered about 9 km west-southwest of El Crucero. It occurred at a depth of 120 km.

Did you feel it?

Those who noticed the earthquake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form. 11 people have submitted responses through the agency’s online form, indicating they experienced weak shaking. The USGS DYFI report shows that residents in a few cities, including Santa Cruz and Managua, felt the quake.

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Source: The U.S. Geological Survey