Preliminary earthquake data and analysis
| Event ID | 1358766 |
|---|---|
| Event time | 2025-05-01 10:24:18 (UTC) |
| Local time | 2025-05-01 13:24:18 - [It was afternoon in the affected area.] |
| Last update | 2025-05-01 10:51:47 (UTC) |
| Magnitude | 4.6 |
| Depth | 201.766 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 | Argentina |
| Administration area | Salta |
| Nearest settlement | San Antonio de los Cobres |
| Distance | 64 km |
| Course | W |
| Surface type | underground quake |