Shallow M6.1 earthquake hits West Chile Rise
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A shallow earthquake registered by the USGS and EMSC as M6.1 hit West Chile Rise at 11:49 UTC on September 13, 2023, at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles).
The epicenter was located about 1 483 km (921 miles) ESE of Hanga Roa and 2 191 km (1 361 miles) W of Valdivia, Chile.
There is no tsunami threat from this earthquake.
The USGS issued a Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. There is a low likelihood of casualties and damage.
There are likely to be no affected structures in this region.
Regional seismicity
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