Earthquake hits in Central Chile

(CNN) -- A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck the central coastal area of Chile on Sunday, some 70 kilometers (45 miles) northwest of Temuco, the U.S. Geological Survey said. There were no immediate reports of major damage or injury.Loreto Henriquez, manager of the Holiday Inn Express in Temuco, said she felt the quake for about a minute, describing it as loud and strong. She said people ran out into the streets, but did not report any major damage.

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