Earthquake 33 km NNE of Mejillones, Chile (4.4 mb) (2025-09-16 23:53:09 UTC)
A 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck on 33 km NNE of Mejillones, Chile, at 2025-09-16 23:53:09 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mb and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 33 km NNE of Mejillones, Chile
Recommendation
Strong Earthquake
Strong Earthquake
Action
Moderate shaking can cause damage to weak structures.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Stay away from windows and heavy furniture. Outdoors: Move to an open space. If in a car: Pull over and stop in a safe area.
Magnitudo (mb)
4.4
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us7000qwky
Nearest Places
- Punta Yayes / 5.1 km
- Punta Gualaguala / 7.45 km
- Caleta Yayes / 9.44 km
- Desembarcadero / 9.44 km
- Caleta Gualaguala / 9.59 km
Comment
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