El Salvador • 80 km radius
Capital frequently affected by earthquakes and volcanic activity.
Last 30 days
0
within 80 km
Last 7 days
0
Last 24h
0
Population
1.8M
No earthquakes M2.0+ recorded within 80 km in the last 30 days.
This reflects recorded events only — a quiet stretch doesn't lower long-term risk in an active region. Keep an emergency plan ready.
Largest recorded events within 300 km of San Salvador (USGS catalog, since 1900).
28 km SSW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador
2001 • 94 km away • 60 km deep
83 km SSW of Corinto, Nicaragua
1992 • 298 km away • 45 km deep
26 km SSW of La Gomera, Guatemala
1942 • 211 km away • 35 km deep
12 km NW of Chalatenango, El Salvador
1915 • 53 km away • 15 km deep
7 km N of Los Amates, Guatemala
If you're in San Salvador, make sure you know the local emergency procedures. Drop, Cover, and Hold On during shaking.
View Safety Guide →1976 • 182 km away • 5 km deep