World News | Strong Earthquake, Little Damage in Northern Chile
Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. A strong earthquake shook northern Chile early Wednesday, but its epicentre was relatively deep beneath a sparsely populated desert region and there were no reports of serious damage or injury.
Santiago, Jun 3 (AP) A strong earthquake shook northern Chile early Wednesday, but its epicentre was relatively deep beneath a sparsely populated desert region and there were no reports of serious damage or injury.
The US Geological Survey said the magnitude 6.8 quake hit at 3:35 am (0735 GMT), with an epicentre 48 kilometers (30 miles) south-southwest of San Pedro de Atacama and 96.8 kilometers (60.1 miles) below the surface.
Local residents called the Cooperativa radio station to report rock slides and some cuts in electrical service. Emergency officials didn't immediately report major damage.
The area is a centre of mining activity. (AP)
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