M4.6 Depth: 241.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near Uyuni, Potosí (Bolivia)

UTC time: 2025-07-03 22:42:56 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.6 earthquake was recorded near Uyuni, Potosí (Bolivia) on July 3, 2025 at 22:42 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 241 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USP.

Details

Magnitude

M4.6

Depth

241.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-03 22:42:56 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Bolivia

State

Potosí

City

Uyuni

County

Antonio Quijarro

Source

usp

Coordinates

-20.61308, -66.77390

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

241 km

241 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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