M 4.5 - 107 km SSE of San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

August 18, 2015 at 15:07:17 UTC

Depth: 167.43 km (Intermediate)

Key Takeaway

This light earthquake (M4.5) occurred 10 years ago near 107 km SSE of San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, at a depth of 167.43 km (intermediate).

M 4.5

Light

N/A

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude4.5 mb
Depth167.43 km (Intermediate)
Location-23.7689S, 67.7001W
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance312 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the magnitude of this earthquake?

This earthquake had a magnitude of 4.5, classified as "Light". Light earthquakes produce noticeable shaking but rarely cause damage.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 167.43 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but typically cause less surface damage than shallow events of the same magnitude.

Where exactly did this earthquake occur?

This earthquake occurred near 107 km SSE of San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, at coordinates -23.7689S, 67.7001W. The location is determined by analyzing seismic wave arrival times at multiple monitoring stations.

Were there aftershocks associated with this event?

Aftershock data for this specific event can be explored by viewing nearby recent earthquakes listed below on this page. Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes that occur in the same area following a larger event, and they can continue for days, weeks, or even months depending on the original earthquake's magnitude.

What does the magnitude of this earthquake mean in practical terms?

A magnitude 4.5 earthquake is classified as "Light" — these are commonly felt by people indoors but rarely cause any significant damage.

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