Doha: An earthquake measuring 5.7 magnitude on the Richter scale struck on Monday south of Camina, Chile. The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the epicenter of the earthquake was 36 km from the city of Camina, and at a depth of 103 km.
According to Qatar News Agency, there have been no reports of casualties or material damage. In 2010, a devastating 8.8-magnitude earthquake, followed by a tsunami, struck central and southern Chile, killing around 500 people. Chile is highly prone to earthquakes due to its location along the Ring of Fire.