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6.1 Magnitude Quake Strikes Chile

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By: Associated Press
Posted: Wed 8:01 PM, Nov 21, 2012

SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) -- A strong 6.1 earthquake struck Chile's central region but authorities said no injuries or damage were reported.
The U.S. Geological Survey said the quake's epicenter was 34 miles (54 kilometers) south-west of San Antonio and struck Wednesday at 4:36 p.m. local time. The quake shook Chile's capital of Santiago, causing office buildings to sway.


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