Strong earthquake in Chile and Argentina: evacuations and tsunami warnings
2 may 2025 в 21:13
On Friday, May 2, Chile and Argentina were hit by an earthquake. An evacuation was announced, as well as a tsunami warning, putting countless residents at risk. Many were seen with bags, seeking shelter, according to various sources. According to the National Emergency Response Service of Chile, due to the «tsunami warning, evacuation to a safe zone is ordered for coastal areas of the Magallanes region».
Find out below what is happening in Chile and Argentina and get updates on the situation.
The earthquake that occurred in Chile and Argentina struck the southern coasts of both countries and had a magnitude of 7.4 on the Richter scale, according to the Associated Press. Initially, there were no reports of damage or casualties.
In the city of Ushuaia in Argentina, authorities, according to the AP, suspended all water activities in the Beagle Channel for about three hours. The local government noted that the earthquake «was felt primarily in the city of Ushuaia and, to a lesser extent, in cities throughout the province. … In such situations, it is important to remain calm».
In Chile, President Gabriel Boric wrote on Twitter that «all resources are available» to respond to any potential emergencies. He added: «We urge the evacuation of the coastal line throughout the Magallanes region. Right now, our duty is to be prepared and listen to the authorities».
No, Chile did not experience a tsunami, but a warning was issued. The warning was issued for the Magallanes region in Chile, as well as for parts of the Chilean Antarctic territory. Precautionary measures were also taken in the Tierra del Fuego region of Argentina, according to various sources.
The story is developing…
Find out below what is happening in Chile and Argentina and get updates on the situation.
The earthquake that occurred in Chile and Argentina struck the southern coasts of both countries and had a magnitude of 7.4 on the Richter scale, according to the Associated Press. Initially, there were no reports of damage or casualties.
In the city of Ushuaia in Argentina, authorities, according to the AP, suspended all water activities in the Beagle Channel for about three hours. The local government noted that the earthquake «was felt primarily in the city of Ushuaia and, to a lesser extent, in cities throughout the province. … In such situations, it is important to remain calm».
In Chile, President Gabriel Boric wrote on Twitter that «all resources are available» to respond to any potential emergencies. He added: «We urge the evacuation of the coastal line throughout the Magallanes region. Right now, our duty is to be prepared and listen to the authorities».
No, Chile did not experience a tsunami, but a warning was issued. The warning was issued for the Magallanes region in Chile, as well as for parts of the Chilean Antarctic territory. Precautionary measures were also taken in the Tierra del Fuego region of Argentina, according to various sources.
The story is developing…
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