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M4.5 Depth: 24.8 km

M4.5 Earthquake near 64 km NW of Taltal, Chile

UTC time: 2025-02-04 05:14:13 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near 64 km NW of Taltal, Chile on February 4, 2025 at 05:14 UTC. With a focal depth of about 25 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.5
Depth
24.8 km
UTC time
2025-02-04 05:14:13 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
usgs
Coordinates
-25.00700, -70.94440

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 24.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 24.8 km
Shallow
24.8 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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