6.3Strong

M 6.3 - 85 km W of Vallenar, Chile

85 km W of Vallenar, Chile

March 13, 2026 at 10:39 PM UTC

Seismic Data

Magnitude
M6.3
Strong
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
28.6840ยฐS, 71.6269ยฐW
epicenter
Felt Reports
34
DYFI responses
Max Intensity (CDI)
5.5
Community Internet Intensity
Shakemap MMI
6.0
Modified Mercalli Intensity

About This Earthquake

This was a strong earthquake registering M6.3 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 85 km W of Vallenar, Chile at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.

34 people submitted felt reports to the USGS Did You Feel It? system, indicating the earthquake was perceptible across a significant area.

The earthquake occurred on March 13, 2026 at 10:39 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us6000sg0y.

Frequently Asked Questions

How strong was the 85 km W of Vallenar, Chile earthquake?

This was a strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause significant structural damage.

Where was the 85 km W of Vallenar, Chile earthquake felt?

The earthquake occurred at 85 km W of Vallenar, Chile at a depth of 10.0 km. A total of 34 people submitted felt reports.

M6.3 Strong Earthquake - 85 km W of Vallenar, Chile | USGS