A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck off the southern coasts of Chile and Argentina on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 08:58 local time (12:58 GMT). The epicenter was located approximately 218 kilometers (135 miles) south of Puerto Williams, Chile, in the Drake Passage, at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers (6 miles). Despite its strength, no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage have been confirmed.
In response to the potential tsunami risk, Chilean authorities issued evacuation orders for the entire coastal section of the Magallanes region and the Chilean Antarctic Territory. President Gabriel Boric emphasized that all national resources were mobilized to address the situation and urged residents to heed evacuation instructions.
Local officials in Ushuaia, Argentina, suspended maritime activities in the Beagle Channel as a precautionary measure. The earthquake was felt in Ushuaia and surrounding areas, prompting swift emergency responses.
As of now, authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, and residents are advised to stay informed through official channels.
