1746 Lima–Callao earthquake
The 1746 Lima–Callao earthquake occurred at 22:30 local time on 28 October with a moment magnitude of 8.6–8.8 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of XI (Extreme). The epicenter was located about 90 km (56 mi) north-northwest of the capital Lima, which was almost completely destroyed, and the subsequent tsunami devastated the port city of Callao. It was the deadliest earthquake in Peru’s history prior to the 1970 earthquake.
Lima Arica | |
| Local date | 28 October 1746 |
|---|---|
| Local time | 22:30 |
| Magnitude | 8.6–8.8 Mw |
| Epicenter | 11.35°S 77.28°W |
| Areas affected | Colonial Peru |
| Max. intensity | MMI XI (Extreme) |
| Tsunami | Yes |
| Casualties | 5,941 |
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