Occurred Nov 11, 2026, 11:36:51 AM UTC

First published Nov 12, 2026, 1:06:16 AM UTC · Last updated Nov 12, 2026, 1:06:16 AM UTC

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M 5.1 earthquake - 27 km WSW of Calama, Chile

Reported by USGS M2.5+ Earthquakes, Past Day

USGS reports a magnitude 5.1 earthquake 27 km WSW of Calama, Chile, at coordinates -22.5427, -69.1693, and a depth of 91.309 km. Community-reported intensity was CDI 2, with one felt report and a USGS tsunami flag of 0.

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Affected location: 27 km WSW of Calama, Chile
Magnitude 5.1
Depth 91.309 km

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The source records one felt report and a USGS tsunami flag of 0.

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