Magnitude
M3.8
- Depth
- 43.4 km
- Source
- EMSC
Región de Coquimbo
Country overviewChile
M3.8 Earthquake near COQUIMBO, CHILE (Chile)
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About this earthquake
On October 15, 2025 at 11:56 UTC, a magnitude M3.8 earthquake occurred near COQUIMBO, CHILE (Chile). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 43 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Chile: 19 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.4.
Details
ID
2d8ef27b955d6daec08f085b3fd88b27a0d48718
Magnitude
M3.8
Depth
43.4 km
UTC time
2025-10-15 11:56:19 UTC
Local time
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Country
City
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-30.79000,
-71.40000
Temperature
15.1°C
Depth profile
Shallow
43.4 km
43.4 km — shallower than the regional average (99.3 km)
Regional average: 99.3 km
Why depth matters
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
Depth classes per USGS
Volcanoes nearby
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Tupungatito
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San Jose
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Maipo
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Palomo
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Atuel, Caldera del
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Tinguiririca
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