Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.3 earthquake 42 km NNW of Vallenar, Chile
A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck 42 km NNW of Vallenar, Chile at Aug 15, 2026, 19:57 UTC, at a depth of 74 km. The epicentre was 43 km (26 mi) NNW of Vallenar. 1 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.3 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 15, 2026, 19:57 UTC |
| Depth | 73.9 km |
| Coordinates | -28.207, -70.875 |
| Felt reports | 1 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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