M4.6 Earthquake 6 km E of Chita, Colombia — April 12, 2026
2026-04-12 21:00:36 UTC (2026-04-12) · approx. 4:00 PM UTC-5 local
On April 12, 2026 at 21:00 UTC, a magnitude 4.6 shallow crustal earthquake struck 6 km E of Chita, Colombia, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 6.1979°, -72.4159°. This earthquake was detected by 48 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 326, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 120 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 899 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-72.4159°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.6 earthquake near Chita, Colombia?
The magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck 6 km E of Chita, Colombia on April 12, 2026 at 21:00 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 6.1979°, -72.4159°, which is 6 km E of Chita, Colombia.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.6 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.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000spjl). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, April 12, 2026). M4.6 Earthquake 6 km E of Chita, Colombia — April 12, 2026. Retrieved June 24, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000spjl/