The earthquake's epicenter was located at a depth of 620.3 km and initially determined to be at 28.27 degrees south latitude and 63.22 degrees west longitude.
The earthquake was felt in several provinces in Argentina, including Santiago Del Estero, Tucumán, Salta, and Chaco. There are no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
The earthquake is the latest in a series of seismic events that have struck Argentina in recent months. In January, a 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck the same region. (ILKHA)