Preliminary earthquake data and analysis
| Event ID | 1383130 |
|---|---|
| Event time | 2025-06-06 17:15:06 (UTC) |
| Local time | 2025-06-06 21:15:06 - [It was night in the affected area.] |
| Last update | 2025-06-06 17:15:06 (UTC) |
| Magnitude | 6.6 |
| Depth | 66.8 km |
| Class | Strong |
| Hypocenter | Shallow depth |
| Mercalli scale | 8 |
| Possible effects | Drivers have trouble steering. Houses that are not bolted down might shift on their foundations. Tall structures such as towers and chimneys might twist and fall. Well-built buildings suffer slight damage. Poorly built structures suffer severe damage. Tree branches break. Hillsides might crack if the ground is wet. Water levels in wells might change. |
| Data status | |
| Data provider | INGV |
| Continent | South-America |
|---|---|
| Country | Chile |
| Administration area | Atacama |
| Nearest settlement | Diego de Almagro |
| Distance | 52 km |
| Course | WSW |
| Surface type | underground quake |