ANTOFAGASTA PROVINCE, Antofagasta — According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.4 magnitude quake occurred close to Antofagasta Monday morning.

The tremor hit the area at 10:49 UTC (07:49 local time). It occurred at a depth of 52 km with the epicenter located about 21 km north of Antofagasta. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.6 event, but later downgraded it to 5.4.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the earthquake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has received 19 responses on its online form so far, from people indicating they felt the quake. Light shaking has been registered and several residents reported feeling the tremor in Antofagasta and the surrounding area according to the USGS DYFI report.

Impact and estimated losses

Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. There is a low likelihood of casualties and damage. Recent earthquakes in this area have caused secondary hazards such as landslides that might have contributed to losses.

Structure information summary
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are resistant to earthquake shaking, though vulnerable structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are adobe block and rubble/field stone masonry construction.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey