M4.4 Depth: 35.8 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 76 km WSW of Vallenar, Chile (Chile)

UTC time: 2025-10-15 22:12:10 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near 76 km WSW of Vallenar, Chile (Chile) on October 15, 2025 at 22:12 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 36 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 USGS. Chile: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 36 earthquakes, the strongest at M3.8.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

35.8 km

UTC time

2025-10-15 22:12:10 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Chile

City

Región de Atacama

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-28.94620, -71.41880

Temperature

14.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

35.8 km

35.8 km — shallower than the regional average (99.1 km)

Regional average: 99.1 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

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