Magnitude
M3.0
- Depth
- 55.1 km
- Source
- EMSC
Región de Coquimbo
Country overviewChile
M3.0 Earthquake near COQUIMBO, CHILE (Chile)
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About this earthquake
A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near COQUIMBO, CHILE (Chile) on May 14, 2025 at 01:03 UTC. With a focal depth of about 55 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Chile: 16 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.4.
Details
ID
b81c3dbeb25a07c249b42852600c2f823955e975
Magnitude
M3.0
Depth
55.1 km
UTC time
2025-05-14 01:03:38 UTC
Local time
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Country
City
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-30.93000,
-71.34000
Temperature
11.6°C
Depth profile
Shallow
55.1 km
55.1 km — shallower than the regional average (99.3 km)
Regional average: 99.3 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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Tupungatito
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San Jose
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Tinguiririca
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