M4.5 Depth: 49.2 km

M4.5 Earthquake near 41 km SSW of Illapel, Chile (Chile)

UTC time: 2025-06-30 08:12:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near 41 km SSW of Illapel, Chile (Chile) on June 30, 2025 at 08:12 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 49 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS. Chile: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 30 earthquakes, the strongest at M5.5.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

49.2 km

UTC time

2025-06-30 08:12:28 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Chile

City

Región de Coquimbo

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-31.95810, -71.39420

Temperature

11.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

49.2 km

49.2 km — shallower than the regional average (99.2 km)

Regional average: 99.2 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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Maipo

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Palomo

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