M 4.8 - 43 km NW of Coquimbo, Chile

Name: M 4.8 - 43 km NW of Coquimbo, Chile
Start: 2026-03-05T01:08:19+00:00
Location: 43 km NW of Coquimbo, Chile

March 5, 2026 at 01:08:19 UTC

Depth: 40.55 km (Shallow)

M 4.8

Light

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	4.8 mwr
Depth	40.55 km (Shallow)
Location	-29.6510S, 71.6266W
Community Intensity	IV (Light)
Felt Reports (DYFI)	11 people
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	359 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
USGS Event Page	View on USGS →

Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 4.8 mean?

A magnitude 4.8 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 40.55 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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Data from the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program (ComCat). QuakeScan is not affiliated with the USGS. Event details may be updated as new data becomes available.