Update: Seismic activity on July 31 – 5.0 magnitude earthquake near Coquimbo, Chile detected

Published Aug 1, 2026

A 5.0 magnitude quake shook near Coquimbo on Friday around midday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The USGS reported a tremor in the region at 17:47 UTC (12:47 local time). The epicenter was about 76 km west of Coquimbo, at a depth of 12 km. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.1 but later downgraded to 5.0.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the earthquake, you can report it through the USGS Felt Report form.

Last week’s tremor

On Jul. 30, one more magnitude 4.3 quake was registered nearby, also close to Coquimbo.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey