Chile: 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Antofagasta

A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Antofagasta, in the region of Chile, on Thursday (06.03.2025), according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The quake occurred at a depth of 93 kilometers (57.79 miles), EMSC reported. A moderate-sized earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale was recorded around noon near Calama, Provincia de El Loa, Antofagasta, Chile. According to EMSC, the seismic event happened at 1:21 PM local time at an intermediate depth of 82 km. The exact magnitude, epicenter, and depth may be revised as seismologists analyze data and refine calculations or as other agencies issue their reports. Based on initial seismic data, the earthquake was likely felt by many residents in the epicenter area. It is not expected to have caused significant damage beyond items falling from shelves and broken glass. There are no immediate reports of potential damages or casualties yet. The earthquake should have been felt as a light tremor in areas such as Sierra Gorda, located 51 km from the epicenter, Calama 91 km away, San Pedro de Atacama Antofapo 93,600 km (likely a typo), 146 km away, and Mejillones 146 km away.