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M4.2 Depth: 118.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta Region (Chile)

UTC time: 2025-02-27 15:59:06 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 27, 2025 at 15:59 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta Region (Chile). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 118 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USP. Chile: 21 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.8.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 118 km (Intermediate) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 118 km
Intermediate
118 km
118 km — close to the regional average (99.1 km)
Regional average: 99.1 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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