US Edition7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off coasts of Chile, Argentina
- On Friday, 2 May 2025, a 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the Drake Passage off the coasts of Chile and Argentina at 15:19 local time.
- The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, prompting Chilean authorities to issue a tsunami warning and evacuation orders for the Magallanes coastal region.
- Residents of coastal areas such as Punta Arenas and Antarctic bases evacuated calmly, while authorities in Argentina's southernmost regions temporarily halted water activities amid tsunami warnings.
- Chilean President Gabriel Boric urged residents to evacuate coastal areas across the Magallanes region via a post on X, while the Hydrographic Service predicted dangerous waves could travel up to 300 kilometers from the earthquake’s epicenter.
- No material damage or casualties were initially reported, but the event triggered significant emergency responses, suggesting preparedness remains critical in this seismically active region.
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A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the Strait of Drake Passage, a strait between South America and Antarctica. Authorities in Chile issued a tsunami warning and ordered evacuations for the entire southern coast of the country, while precautions were also taken in southern Argentina. Thousands of people sought refuge in higher ground. Dozens of people were also evacuated from research stations in Antarctica.
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Thousands evacuated in Chile and Argentina after earthquake, tsunami warning
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