M4.2 Depth: 242.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Municipio Colcha K, Potosí (Bolivia)

UTC time: 2026-03-21 19:47:10 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near Municipio Colcha K, Potosí (Bolivia) on March 21, 2026 at 19:47 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 242 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

242.0 km

UTC time

2026-03-21 19:47:10 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Bolivia

State

Potosí

City

Municipio Colcha K

County

Provincia Nor Lípez

Source

gfz

Coordinates

-21.39000, -66.88000

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

242 km

242 km — deeper than the regional average (186.4 km)

Regional average: 186.4 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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