6.4-magnitude quake jolts Chile

A 6.4-magnitude earthquake has hit the coast of central Chile.

A picture made available on 10 June 2015 shows a general view of the Estadio Nacional stadium in Santiago, Chile

A picture made available on 10 June 2015 shows a general view of the Estadio Nacional stadium in Santiago, Chile. (EPA) Source: EPA

There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage.

Saturday's quake struck about 75km off the port city of Talcahuano on the Bay of Concepcion.

Talcahuano hosts a key naval base and is the main industrial and fishing port in the region.


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