northern Chile News

Quake Downs Walls, Cuts Power in Northern Chile

An earthquake has shaken down walls and knocked out electricity in parts of far-northern Chile. No injuries have been reported, though. The U.S. Geological Survey calculates the magnitude as 6.2 and says it was centered about 41 miles (66 kilometers) …

Moderate 5.2 Magnitude Quake Rocks Chile

The U.S. Geological Service says a 5.2-magnitude earthquake has rocked northern Chile. Chilean officials say there are no immediate reports of injuries or damage in the quake that registered Tuesday at 4:33 a.m. local time (0733 GMT). It was centered …