5.3Moderate

M 5.3 - Off the coast of Aisen, Chile

Off the coast of Aisen, Chile

March 15, 2026 at 5:28 PM UTC

Seismic Data

Magnitude
M5.3
Moderate
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
45.5694ยฐS, 77.2733ยฐW
epicenter
Felt Reports
1
DYFI responses
Max Intensity (CDI)
2.0
Community Internet Intensity

About This Earthquake

This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.3 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at Off the coast of Aisen, Chile at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.

1 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 15, 2026 at 5:28 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us6000sgfk.

Frequently Asked Questions

How strong was the Off the coast of Aisen, Chile earthquake?

This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.3. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.

Where was the Off the coast of Aisen, Chile earthquake felt?

The earthquake occurred at Off the coast of Aisen, Chile at a depth of 10.0 km. A total of 1 people submitted felt reports.

M5.3 Moderate Earthquake - Off the coast of Aisen, Chile | USGS