Don’t miss the latest developments in business and finance.

Strong earthquake shakes Chile's capital

Image
AP Santiago
Last Updated : Nov 01 2013 | 6:25 AM IST
A strong earthquake has rocked central Chile, causing buildings to sway in the capital of Santiago. There were no immediate reports of major damage or deaths.
The US Geological Survey is reporting that the quake had a magnitude of 6.6, and its epicenter was located about 65 kilometres (40 miles) southwest of the city of Coquimbo. It's depth was 10 kilometres (6 miles).
Chile is one of the world's most earthquake-prone countries. A magnitude-8.8 quake and the tsunami it unleashed in 2010 killed more than 500 people and destroyed 220,000 homes.

Also Read

First Published: Nov 01 2013 | 6:25 AM IST

Next Story