M 4.7 - 57 km NE of Calama, Chile

Name: M 4.7 - 57 km NE of Calama, Chile
Start: 2009-12-29T13:43:53+00:00
Location: 57 km NE of Calama, Chile

December 29, 2009 at 13:43:53 UTC

Depth: 120.70 km (Intermediate)

M 4.7

Light

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	4.7 mb
Depth	120.70 km (Intermediate)
Location	-22.0380S, 68.6000W
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	340 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
USGS Event Page	View on USGS →

Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 4.7 mean?

A magnitude 4.7 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 120.70 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but cause less surface damage.

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