2024-08-17 23:42:38
The tremor was recorded in the Coquimbo Region at a depth of 66 kilometers, according to information from the National Seismological Center.
A strong earthquake was recorded this Sunday, August 11, in the Coquimbo Region, near the town of Punitaqui.
According to the National Seismological Center (CSN), the tremor that occurred at 12:21 hours had a magnitude of 4.9 degrees on the Richter scale and It was also perceived in the Atacama Region.
Regarding the depth of the tremor, it was generated at 66 kilometers and its The epicenter was located 14 km NW of Punitaqui.
Tsunami risk ruled out after strong earthquake in northern region
According to the National Service for Disaster Prevention and Response (Senapred), the earthquake that occurred in the northern zone does not meet the features necessary for cause a tsunami.
In this context, the organization reported that they are monitoring the scope of the earthquake in order to identify possible structural damage in the affected area.