M4.1 Earthquake 122 km W of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina — November 15, 2025
2025-11-15 17:03:12 UTC (2025-11-15) · approx. 12:03 PM UTC-5 local
On November 15, 2025 at 17:03 UTC, a magnitude 4.1 intermediate depth earthquake struck 122 km W of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina, at a depth of 204.4 km and coordinates -24.1632°, -67.5235°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 21 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 406 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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-67.5235°E
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How strong was the magnitude 4.1 earthquake near San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina?
The magnitude 4.1 earthquake that struck 122 km W of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina on November 15, 2025 at 17:03 UTC had a depth of 204.4 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.1 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
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Magnitude 4.1 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000rnh7). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, November 15, 2025). M4.1 Earthquake 122 km W of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina — November 15, 2025. Retrieved May 25, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rnh7/