M4.5 Depth: 59.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Near Coast of Central Chile (Chile)

UTC time: 2025-07-01 19:44:14 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near Near Coast of Central Chile (Chile) on July 1, 2025 at 19:44 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 59 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by GFZ. Chile: 30 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.5.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

59.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-01 19:44:14 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Chile

City

Región de Coquimbo

Source

gfz

Coordinates

-30.88000, -71.06000

Temperature

19.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

59 km

59 km — shallower than the regional average (99.2 km)

Regional average: 99.2 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

Tupungatito

Distance: 307 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'660 m ·Last eruption: 1987 ·Chile-Argentina
San Jose

Distance: 341 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 6'070 m ·Last eruption: 1960 ·Chile-Argentina
Maipo

Distance: 383 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 5'323 m ·Last eruption: 1912 ·Chile-Argentina
Palomo

Distance: 421 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 4'860 m ·Chile
Atuel, Caldera del

Distance: 426 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 5'189 m ·Argentina
Tinguiririca

Distance: 442 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 4'280 m ·Last eruption: 1917 ·Chile

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