M 6.2 - 92 km NW of Valparaíso, Chile

September 18, 2015 at 09:10:44 UTC

Depth: 8.00 km (Shallow)

Key Takeaway

This strong earthquake (M6.2) occurred 10 years ago near 92 km NW of Valparaíso, Chile, at a depth of 8.00 km (shallow). It was felt by 24 people.

M 6.2

Strong

Green

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

24

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude6.2 mww
Depth8.00 km (Shallow)
Location-32.3681S, 72.2292W
Community IntensityIV (Light)
Mercalli IntensityIV (Light)
Felt Reports (DYFI)24 people
Alert Level (PAGER)Green — No fatalities or damage expected
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance602 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the magnitude of this earthquake?

This earthquake had a magnitude of 6.2, classified as "Strong". Strong earthquakes can cause severe damage in areas several tens of miles across.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 8.00 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 92 km NW of Valparaíso, Chile, at coordinates -32.3681S, 72.2292W. 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 6.2 earthquake is classified as "Strong" — these can cause significant damage in populated areas, particularly to older or poorly constructed buildings.

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