Tsunami warnings have been lifted for Chile's coastline; hours after a strong 8.2-magnitude earthquake killed at least six people in Chile and set off a small tsunami that prompted evacuations along the country's Pacific coast.
The earthquake late Tuesday was centered about 100 kilometers off Chile's northwestern coast. It caused landslides that blocked highways and widespread power outages.
President Michelle Bachelet has declared a state of emergency in the region. In a late-night address, she urged citizens to stay calm.
"Appropriate measures have been taken to protect their lives and their belongings. And the government will continue to work all the time that is necessary to confront this emergency and protect our citizens."
Waves measuring about two meters hit the Chilean coast in the hours following the quake. No damage from the waves has been reported.
At least six people were reported dead after being crushed by collapsing walls or experiencing heart attacks