M2.8 Depth: 42.1 km

M2.8 Earthquake near ARAUCANIA, CHILE (Chile)

UTC time: 2025-10-10 14:18:35 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.8 earthquake was recorded near ARAUCANIA, CHILE (Chile) on October 10, 2025 at 14:18 UTC. With a focal depth of about 42 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Chile: 37 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.8.

Details

Magnitude

M2.8

Depth

42.1 km

UTC time

2025-10-10 14:18:35 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Chile

City

Región de la Araucanía

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-38.09000, -72.45000

Temperature

18.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

42.1 km

42.1 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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Callaqui

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Llaima

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Copahue

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