LIMARÍ PROVINCE, Coquimbo — A 6.2 magnitude quake was registered near Ovalle Thursday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

It was reported that a tremor struck the region at 13:34 UTC (10:34 local time). The epicenter was located roughly 29 km southwest of Ovalle, at a depth of 40 km.

Did you feel it?

You can let the USGS know if you experienced the earthquake by filling out their Felt Report form. The agency has received 126 responses on its online form so far, from people reporting they experienced the quake. Moderate shaking was recorded, and people in multiple cities — such as Mendoza, Puente Alto and Santiago — reported feeling the tremor, 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 and liquefaction 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