Preliminary earthquake data and analysis
| Event ID | 1583772 |
|---|---|
| Event time | 2026-02-27 06:27:36 (UTC) |
| Local time | 2026-02-27 09:27:36 - [It was morning in the affected area.] |
| Last update | 2026-02-27 06:29:16 (UTC) |
| Magnitude | 4.6 |
| Depth | 34.6 km |
| Class | Light |
| Hypocenter | Shallow depth |
| 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 | Rio Seco |
| Distance | 13 km |
| Course | ESE |
| Surface type | underground quake |