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7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off coasts of Chile, Argentina

  • A 7.4-magnitude earthquake occurred in the Drake Passage near the southern regions of Chile and Argentina on May 2, 2025, at 15:19 local time.
  • The quake's epicenter, located 219 kilometers south of Ushuaia at a depth of 10 km, triggered a tsunami warning for Chile’s Magallanes region due to potential hazardous waves.
  • Chilean authorities ordered evacuations along the coastal areas of Magallanes and Antarctic territories, while Argentina suspended water activities near Ushuaia as waves were expected within hours.
  • President Gabriel Boric emphasized the importance of staying calm and being prepared, assuring that the government is fully equipped to handle any emergencies and urging residents along the Magallanes coastline to evacuate.
  • No casualties or material damage were initially reported, and evacuations proceeded calmly, but authorities emphasized ongoing vigilance amid the tsunami threat.
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China Daily broke the news in China on Friday, May 2, 2025.
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