Preliminary earthquake data and analysis
| Event ID | 1745226 |
|---|---|
| Event time | 2026-09-08 13:42:09 (UTC) |
| Local time | 2026-09-08 16:42:09 - [It was afternoon in the affected area.] |
| Last update | 2026-09-08 14:43:17 (UTC) |
| Magnitude | 4.5 |
| Depth | 105.2 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 | |
| Data provider | EMSC |
| Continent | South-America |
|---|---|
| Country | Chile |
| Administration area | Tarapacá |
| Nearest settlement | Huatacondo |
| Distance | 59 km |
| Course | SSE |
| Surface type | underground quake |