Puerto San José, Guatemala — A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck off the Pacific coast of Guatemala on Tuesday morning, shaking communities along the southern coast.

What happened: The earthquake hit at 8:54 AM Central Time, centered about 43 kilometers — roughly 27 miles — south of Puerto San José, Guatemala, in the Pacific Ocean. The U.S. Geological Survey measured the quake at a depth of 35 kilometers, about 22 miles below the surface.

Impacts: People along the Guatemalan coast felt the shaking, and the USGS received early felt reports from the area. Shaking reached light to moderate levels near the coast. The USGS issued a green alert, its lowest level, which means major damage is not expected. There is no tsunami threat from this earthquake.

What to do: If you felt the shaking, check your home for hazards like cracked walls, gas leaks, or fallen objects before settling back in. Aftershocks are possible in the hours after a quake this size, so stay alert and be ready to drop, cover, and hold on if the ground moves again. Stay away from damaged buildings and avoid driving through areas where debris may have fallen.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 10, 2026.