At least 47 dead after massive 8.8 quake in Chile; Pacific-wide tsunami warning issued
February 27th, 2010 - 6:10 pm ICT by BNO NewsSANTIAGO, CHILE (BNO NEWS) — A massive earthquake struck near Concepcion, Chile on Saturday, seismologists said, causing at least 16 deaths, and a Pacific-wide tsunami warning.
The earthquake, which had a magnitude of 8.8, was centered about 60 miles northwest of Chillan and 200 miles southwest of Santiago, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. It struck at a depth of 21.7 miles at 03.34 a.m. local time.
The capital, Santiago, was without power and phone lines after the earthquake four hours after the earthquake. Reports say there are several buildings damaged in Greater Santiago and many damage near the epicenter.
Santiago’s International Airport was closed and many flights were diverted to Mendoza in Argentina.
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