M 4.5 - 79 km WSW of San Antonio, Chile

May 4, 2021 at 15:18:22 UTC

Depth: 10.00 km (Shallow)

Key Takeaway

This light earthquake (M4.5) occurred 4 years ago near 79 km WSW of San Antonio, Chile, at a depth of 10.00 km (shallow). It was felt by 1 people.

M 4.5

Light

N/A

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

1

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude4.5 mwr
Depth10.00 km (Shallow)
Location-33.9036S, 72.3846W
Community IntensityII (Weak)
Felt Reports (DYFI)1 people
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 10.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface because the energy has less distance to travel before reaching buildings and infrastructure.

Where exactly did this earthquake occur?

This earthquake occurred near 79 km WSW of San Antonio, Chile, at coordinates -33.9036S, 72.3846W. 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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