M4.5 Depth: 163.4 km

M4.5 Earthquake near 78 km W of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina (Argentina)

UTC time: 2025-09-07 04:12:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near 78 km W of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina (Argentina) on September 7, 2025 at 04:12 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 163 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS. Argentina: 14 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

163.4 km

UTC time

2025-09-07 04:12:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Argentina

City

Salta

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-24.33450, -67.08330

Temperature

-1.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

163.4 km

163.4 km — close to the regional average (147 km)

Regional average: 147 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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