Preliminary earthquake data and analysis
| Event ID | 1087489 |
|---|---|
| Event time | 2023-10-20 02:03:19 (UTC) |
| Local time | 2023-10-20 05:03:19 - [It was morning in the affected area.] |
| Last update | 2023-10-20 02:27:47 (UTC) |
| Magnitude | 4.5 |
| Depth | 114.213 km |
| Class | Light |
| Hypocenter | Medium deep |
| Mercalli scale | 4 |
| Possible effects | Most people indoors feel movement. Hanging objects swing. Dishes, windows, and doors rattle. The earthquake feels like a heavy truck hitting the walls. A few people outdoors may feel movement. Parked cars rock. |
| Data status | reviewed |
| Data provider | USGS |
| Continent | South-America |
|---|---|
| Country | Chile |
| Administration area | Tarapacá |
| Nearest settlement | Pozo Almonte |
| Distance | 90 km |
| Course | N |
| Surface type | underground quake |