NOR LÍPEZ, Potosi Department—the U.S. Geological Survey reported that a 5.4 magnitude quake occurred close to Ollagüe Thursday morning.

The tremor shook at 05:41 UTC (01:41 local time), with its epicenter situated approximately 100 km east of Ollagüe and a depth of 195 km.

Did you feel it?

Those who noticed the earthquake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 5 reports via its online form from people who say they felt the quake. The USGS DYFI report indicates that several people in Iquique and the surrounding area felt weak shaking during the tremor.

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.

Historical information
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake 352 km west of this event struck UK on June 21, 1981 (UTC), with estimated population exposures of 170,000 at intensity VI and 6,000 at intensity VII, resulting in a reported 10 fatalities.

Last week’s quake

Over the last week, a magnitude 2.5 earthquake was detected in the area, occurring close to Atocha six days ago.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey