Atacama: An earthquake measuring 4.7 magnitude on the Richter scale struck on Thursday the Atacama region in Chile.

According to Qatar News Agency, the US Geological Survey (USGS) stated that the earthquake occurred 75 km from the city of Vallenar, at a depth of 37.9 km.

There have been no reports of material or human damage as a result of the quake so far. This event serves as a reminder of Chile’s geographic vulnerability to seismic activities.

In 2010, a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake followed by a tsunami struck central and southern Chile, killing 500 people. Chile is subject to frequent earthquakes and volcanic activity due to its location along the Ring of Fire.