Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.4 earthquake 48 km S of Tocopilla, Chile
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck 48 km S of Tocopilla, Chile at May 16, 2026, 17:59 UTC, at a depth of 39 km. The epicentre was 49 km (30 mi) S of Tocopilla. 1 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.4 mwr |
|---|---|
| Time | May 16, 2026, 17:59 UTC |
| Depth | 39.2 km |
| Coordinates | -22.525, -70.284 |
| Felt reports | 1 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.7 | 27 km WSW of Tocopilla, Chile | 40 km / 25 mi | depth 50 km | |
| 4.1 | 36 km SSW of Tocopilla, Chile | 15 km / 9 mi | depth 35 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.