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M4.8 earthquake 28 km WSW of Salamanca, Chile

A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 28 km WSW of Salamanca, Chile at Sep 3, 2026, 21:18 UTC, at a depth of 84 km. The epicentre was 25 km (16 mi) E of Los Vilos. 6 people reported feeling it to USGS.

Details

Magnitude4.8 mww
TimeSep 3, 2026, 21:18 UTC
Depth83.6 km
Coordinates-31.882, -71.237
Felt reports6
Tsunami flagNone
SourceUSGS event page
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