Large earthquake size 7.3 Richter, shake the Argentinawith the authorities warning residents that there is a high risk of a tsunami.
The earthquake took place at 15:58 Greek time (09:58 local time) and focused 200 kilometers south of Uusie, southern Argentina and specifically in the Drake passage.
The focal depth of vibrationas the GFZ reported was found in 10 km.
Information indicate how it was done It also felt in Chile.
#Earthquake (#sism) confirmed by seismic data.⚠Preliminary info: M7.2 || 200 km S of #Ushuaia (#Argentina) || 10 min ago (local time 08:58:29). Follow the thread for the updatespic.twitter.com/groD2eeyaz
— EMSC (@LastQuake) May 2, 2025
During the Euro -Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC), due to the earthquake, which manifested away from the coasts, a warning was issued for tsunami.
‼TSUNAMI ALERT
Following the #earthquake (#sism) M7.2 occurred 227 km S of #Ushuaia (#Argentina) 12 min ago (local time 08:58:27). Move away from the coast and reach a higher place. Follow national authorities’ directives. Updates at the links provided belowpic.twitter.com/gszp4oKGhC— EMSC (@LastQuake) May 2, 2025
The Tweet EMSC also issued instructions for residents in order to protect themselves from the tsunami.
The Chilean National Disaster Prevention and Response Service gave Evaporation order of the coastal area of Maggainen Province in southern Chile due to the risk of tsunami after the earthquake.