ARAUCO PROVINCE, Bio Bio — A 5.5 magnitude quake occurred near Cañete on Sunday night, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor hit at 02:34 UTC (22:34 local time), with its epicenter about 15 km east-northeast of Cañete and a depth of 35 km.

Did you feel it?

Those who experienced the earthquake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has received 45 responses on its online form so far, from people saying they experienced light shaking. Residents in multiple cities — including Chillán, Temuco, Penco and Concepción — reported feeling the quake, according to the USGS DYFI report.

Impact and estimated losses

The USGS categorized this as a Green Alert, which means there is a low likelihood of casualties and damage.

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