Chile: Magnitude-6.3 earthquake occurs off coasts of Maule and Nuble regions at around 14:33 CLST March 30

Event

A magnitude-6.3 earthquake occurred off the coasts of Chile's Maule and Nuble regions at around 14:33 CLST March 30. The epicenter was about 108 km (67 miles) west-southwest of Constitucion, Chile. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 13 km (8 miles), and light-to-moderate shaking was probably felt in parts of central Chile. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake; significant damage is unlikely. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days. The event has not prompted any tsunami advisories.

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 where shaking occurred.

Advice

Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.