# Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes off coast of El Salvador

2026-08-13T01:45:10+00:00 | World & Diplomacy | Indian Opinion Desk

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A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck off the coast of El Salvador on Wednesday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported. The quake occurred at a depth of 56.8 km. According to witnesses quoted by Reuters, the tremor was moderately felt in the capital San Salvador. The epicentre was in the Pacific Ocean, off the coast of El Salvador. The USGS did not provide additional details about potential damage or injuries.

## Coverage

- deccanherald.com <https://www.deccanherald.com/world/rest-of-world/magnitude-55-earthquake-strikes-off-coast-of-el-salvador-usgs-says-4109305>

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