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A magnitude-8.2 megathrust earthquake struck late Tuesday off the coast of northern Chile and produced a large tsunami, according to U.S. officials.
The quake, which was at a depth of 6 miles and initially rated as a magnitude-8.0, occurred at 4:47 p.m. PDT, according to the United States Geological Survey. Three strong aftershocks, magnitudes 6.2, 5.8 and 5.5, respectively, have been reported since the major quake.

The 8.2 quake was the result of a megathrust between the Nacza and South America plates near the Chilean coast, the USGS said on its website.
Chilean officials ordered a coastline evacuation as a result of the quake, The Associated Press reported.
Tsunami heights as high as 7.6 feet were reported at Pisagua, Chile, the U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center (NWTC) said.
The quake caused tsunami warnings to be issued for Chile, Ecuador, Panama and Peru. Tsunami watches were issued for Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras, the U.S. center said.
However, at 7:35 PDT the U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center canceled all tsunami watches and warnings except for those issued for Chile and Peru.
A wave up to two-thirds of 1 foot was expected along the California coast, and a wave about a half foot was anticipated on the Washington coast.

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http://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-news/breaking-magnitude-80-quake-st/25144298

It seems that the magnitude of earthquakes has moved up again. Chile especially seems to have more than its share of quakes. This one must have been really strong for it to cause a tsunami.

And this time, I don't think that I heard a looong horn blast from angel Gabriel...just before this 8.2 EQ rocked Iqueque, Chili.

Btw, everyone, I've stopped using my SisterNChrist username, but instead am using my givenname & surname initial--Tammy S.

Maranatha!
Tammy