Video Credit - yerko Molina

Earthquake of 7.3 magnitude strikes Antofagasta in Chile


An earthquake of magnitude 7.3 on the Richter scale struck Antofagasta in Chile on Thursday, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said.
The epicentre of the tremor was located 164 miles (265 kilometres) east of the coastal city of Antofagasta, at a depth of 78.5 miles (126 kilometres).
There were no immediate reports of any loss of life or damage to property after the earthquake.

"I have already communicated with the regional Delegate and so far there are no reports of major damage but teams are gathering information," Chilean President Gabriel Boric said on his X account.

yerko Molina Sharing video of his flat on X writes - Hace rato no se sentía un temblor tan fuerte, estuvo bélico... gracias a dios no paso a mayores

He further tells - This happened in Antofagasta Chile. The earthquake was very strong and lasted a little more than 1 minute. I live on the 18th floor. I was about to evacuate but luckily I later disciplined myself.