Million people forced to flee homes after Chile earthquake
A million people were ordered to evacuate their homes after a magnitude 8.3 earthquake off the west coast of Chile which has killed at least 5 people.
Tsunami alert after magnitude 8.3 quake near Chile
A tsunami warning has been issued for the Pacific island of Hawaii following a magnitude 8.3 earthquake off the west coast of Chile.
Reuters report that tremors from the quake shook buildings in Chile's capital city Santiago.
There are no initial reports of injuries or damage, the news agency said.
Tsunami waves are also possible along the coasts of Chile and Peru, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said.
If tsunami waves reach Hawaii, experts have estimated the earliest arrival time to be 02:28 Hawaii Standard Time (12:28 GMT).
The US Geological Survey initially reported the quake at a preliminary magnitude of 7.9, but it was quickly upgraded.
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