04 Jun 2021 | 03:17 PM UTC
Chile: Magnitude-4.9 offshore earthquake occurs near northern coast of Chile, June 4
Magnitude-4.9 offshore earthquake occurs near northern coast of Chile, at about 10:46 June 4. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.
Event
A magnitude-4.9 offshore earthquake occurred near the northern coast of Chile, at around 10:46 June 4. The epicenter was about 85 km (53 miles) north-northwest of Tocopilla, and 143 km (89 miles) south-southwest of Iquique. The tremor occurred at a depth of approximately 52 km (32 miles) and weak shaking was probably felt throughout parts of the Tarapaca and Antofagasta regions. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are possible over the coming days.
Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.
Advice
Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in areas where shaking occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity.
