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A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck Chile’s Atacama region on June 6, 2025, at 17:15 UTC (13:15 local time), according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The quake occurred at a depth of 76.6 km, while Chile’s National Seismological Center (CSN) reported a depth of 65 km.
The epicenter was located 52 km west-southwest of Diego de Almagro, 82 km north of Copiapó, and 137 km south of Taltal—areas known for their arid, sparsely populated landscapes.
Around 163,000 people experienced moderate shaking and 83,000 felt light tremors. No tsunami threat was reported.
The USGS issued a Green alert, indicating a low likelihood of fatalities or significant economic damage. Most buildings in the region are earthquake-resistant, though some vulnerable structures, such as adobe and masonry, remain.
No major damage or casualties have been reported so far. Chile is located on the seismically active boundary between the Nazca and South American plates, making it one of the world’s most earthquake-prone regions.
