Oct. 9: Earthquake measuring 5.1 jolts region near Colchane, Chile

Published Oct 9, 2026

TAMARUGAL, Tarapacá — A 5.1 magnitude quake occurred close to Colchane on Friday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The USGS reported a tremor in the area at 10:22 UTC (07:22 local time). The epicenter was about 72 km south-southwest of Colchane, at a depth of 124 km.

Did you feel it?

Those who felt the earthquake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.

Past week’s tremor

One quake with a magnitude 4.4 was registered in the area. It was detected close to Camiña on Oct. 5.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey