M 4.2 - 89 km W of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina

Name: M 4.2 - 89 km W of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina
Start: 2026-02-06T08:22:11+00:00
Location: 89 km W of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina

February 6, 2026 at 08:22:11 UTC

Depth: 186.95 km (Intermediate)

M 4.2

Light

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	4.2 mb
Depth	186.95 km (Intermediate)
Location	-24.2359S, 67.2011W
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	271 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
USGS Event Page	View on USGS →

Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 4.2 mean?

A magnitude 4.2 earthquake is classified as "Light". Light earthquakes produce noticeable shaking but rarely cause damage.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 186.95 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but cause less surface damage.

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