Earthquake reported in tourism region of Chile

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An 6.1 measure earthquake hit the region close to Iquique in Chile at 4:54 pm today local time.

An 6.1 measure earthquake hit the region close to Iquique in Chile at 4:54 pm today local time.

The city is a travel and tourism spot in Chile and home to the duty-free zone called “Zofri” and a growing number of high-rise resort hotels along its beaches.

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Nearby Cities to the earthquake include:

22km (14mi) W of Iquique, Chile
195km (121mi) S of Arica, Chile
205km (127mi) N of Tocopilla, Chile
248km (154mi) S of Tacna, Peru
475km (295mi) SSW of La Paz, Bolivia

No reports of major destruction, injury, or tsunami threats are reported.

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