Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.2 earthquake 35 km NNW of Chamical, Argentina
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 35 km NNW of Chamical, Argentina at May 2, 2026, 05:04 UTC, at a depth of 27 km. The epicentre was 82 km (51 mi) SSE of La Rioja. 3 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.2 mwr |
|---|---|
| Time | May 2, 2026, 05:04 UTC |
| Depth | 27.1 km |
| Coordinates | -30.072, -66.465 |
| Felt reports | 3 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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