IQUIQUE PROVINCE, Tarapacá — A 5.0 magnitude quake was detected close to La Tirana Friday night, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

It was reported that a tremor shook the region at 02:27 UTC (23:27 local time). The epicenter was located approximately 31 km south of La Tirana, at a depth of 35 km.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can share your experience using the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has received 35 responses on its online form so far, from people reporting they experienced the quake.

Tremors last week

Over the past week, the region has experienced two earthquakes, greater than magnitude 2.5. The larger, a 4.2 magnitude event, was reported close to Tocopilla one day ago. The second, with a magnitude of 3.8, was felt close to La Tirana on February 2.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey