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Magnitude 6.6 Quake Strikes In Argentina And Is Felt In Neighbouring Chile, But No Damage Reported

The quake occurred at a depth of 171 kilometres, according to the US Geological Survey.

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A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck deep in the Earth under Argentina on Sunday and was felt in neighbouring Chile, but authorities didn't report any damage.

The quake occurred at a depth of 171 kilometres, according to the US Geological Survey. The epicentre was in the province of Neuquen, in western Argentina, 25 kilometres east-southeast of the town of Loncopue.

The earthquake was felt in the central and southern parts of neighbouring Chile. Neither Argentine nor Chilean authorities reported any damages.

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