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Sharjah 24
a day ago
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- Sharjah 24
6.4 magnitude earthquake hits northern Chile
Authorities have not reported any casualties following the tremor, according to AP. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported the quake hit at 1:15 p.m. local time (5:15 p.m. GMT) at a depth of 76 kilometers (47 miles). Its epicenter was located near the coast of the Atacama Desert. No immediate casualties While the quake was felt across several communities in the expansive Atacama Desert region, initial reports confirmed no immediate casualties. Chile's Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service said the earthquake's characteristics did not meet the conditions necessary to generate a tsunami along the South American coast. Miguel Ortiz, deputy director of Chile's national disaster response service, Senapred, said the powerful earthquake caused 'minor' infrastructure damage and power disruptions, leaving nearly 23,000 people without electricity.
Arabian Post
a day ago
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- Arabian Post
Tremor Disrupts Northern Chile, Leaves Thousands Without Power
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck northern Chile on Friday afternoon, causing minor infrastructure damage and leaving nearly 23,000 residents without electricity. No casualties have been reported, and authorities have ruled out the possibility of a tsunami. The quake occurred at 1:15 p.m. local time, with its epicentre located approximately 54 kilometres south of Diego de Almagro in the Atacama region, about 950 kilometres north of Santiago. The U.S. Geological Survey recorded the earthquake at a depth of 76 kilometres. Tremors were felt across several communities in the expansive Atacama Desert region. Chile's Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service confirmed that the earthquake's characteristics did not meet the conditions necessary to generate a tsunami along the South American coast. Miguel Ortiz, deputy director of the National Disaster Prevention and Response Service , reported minor infrastructure damage and power disruptions. He also noted some minor landslides, which are being monitored in coordination with local municipalities. ADVERTISEMENT President Gabriel Boric stated that the government is in communication with regional authorities and confirmed that there were no reported casualties. The National Seismological Center of the University of Chile continues to assess potential damage to people, infrastructure, and essential services. Chile, situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire, is one of the most seismically active countries globally. The nation has stringent building codes and disaster response protocols to mitigate the impact of such natural events.
Hindustan Times
02-05-2025
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Tsunami warning lowered in Chile, evacuations slow down after major earthquake
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck off the coast of Chile in the Drake Passage between Cape Horn and Antarctica at a depth of just 10 km (6 miles) on Friday, the United States Geological Survey said, sparking evacuations due to a tsunami threat. Chile's SENAPRED disaster agency said there was no damage to critical infrastructure or people, but called for evacuations along the southern coast due to the risk of a tsunami. Also Read: 4 earthquakes jolt India, other Asian countries within an hour "We're calling to evacuate the coast in the whole region of Magallanes," President Gabriel Boric said on X, adding that all of the state's resources would be made available to deal with any impact. At a press conference later in the day, Interior Minister Alvaro Elizalde said the evacuation alert for the region was being downgraded, but advised people to stay away from the beach and coastal regions. Also Read: Earthquake of magnitude 5.6 hits Afghanistan, tremors felt in Delhi Alicia Cebrian, director of SENAPRED, said an "instrumental tsunami" was recorded in the Prat Base in Antarctica, with a variation of 6 centimeters (2.3 inches) in sea level. She added that variations of up to 90 centimeters could be registered in Chile. Videos on social media showed people calmly evacuating as sirens blared in the background. Photos showed parks and other evacuation points filled with students, workers and other residents throughout Chile's remote southern region. Chile's Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service estimated that waves will reach Antarctica first, followed by cities in Chile's extreme south in the coming hours. More than a dozen aftershocks have been detected since the first quake struck. After the "instrumental tsunamis" were detected, SENAPRED cancelled evacuation alerts in Antarctica while maintaining precaution in the Magallanes region. Before the evacuation order was downgraded, local authorities said approximately 2,000 people were evacuated.
Dubai Eye
02-05-2025
- Climate
- Dubai Eye
Earthquake strikes off Chile's southern coast, sparking tsunami threat
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Drake Passage between Cape Horn and Antarctica at a depth of 10 km (6 miles) on Friday, the United States Geological Survey said. Chile's SENAPRED disaster agency said a coastal area of Magallanes region in the southern tip of the country should be evacuated due to the risk of a tsunami. "We're calling to evacuate the coast in the whole region of Magallanes," President Gabriel Boric said on X, adding that all the states resources would be made available to deal with any impact. Chile's Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service (SHOA) estimated that waves will reach bases in Antarctica and cities in Chile's extreme south in the coming hours. SENAPRED said it was establishing a state of precaution, an alert associated with minor tsunamis. — Gabriel Boric Font (@GabrielBoric) May 2, 2025
See - Sada Elbalad
02-05-2025
- Climate
- See - Sada Elbalad
Chile's Authorities Start Evacuation for Coasts after Tsunami Threats
Rana Atef On Friday, a 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck Chile and Argentina. It triggered a tsunami on the impacted countries' coast. The quake took place around 200km south of Puerto Williams, near Chile's southern tip. According to the United States Geological Survey, it took place at a depth of 10km, with four more smaller aftershocks being recorded in the region. The US' National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said that Chile risks being struck by tsunami waves that could be up to 9 feet tall, while Antarctica faces potential waves of up to 3 feet. Chile's Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service (SHOA) estimated that waves will arrive in Antarctica and Chile in a few hours. Chilean disaster authorities started evacuating the coastal area of the Magallanes Region. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
