Strong Earthquake Hits Northern Chile

The earthquake's epicenter was located near the major copper mining regions, sending tremors felt across a large portion of the country.

While the magnitude was significant, Chile's robust building codes appear to have prevented a major catastrophe.

Landslides were reported on several mountain roads, temporarily cutting off access to remote communities.

The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed the 6.9 magnitude, and local authorities have ruled out the threat of a tsunami along the coast.