Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.1 earthquake 72 km SSW of Colchane, Chile
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck 72 km SSW of Colchane, Chile at Oct 9, 2026, 10:22 UTC, at a depth of 124 km. The epicentre was 111 km (69 mi) ENE of Pozo Almonte. 9 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.1 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 9, 2026, 10:22 UTC |
| Depth | 123.8 km |
| Coordinates | -19.913, -68.790 |
| Felt reports | 9 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 | 11 km SE of Huara, Chile | 97 km / 60 mi | depth 72 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.