A massive magnitude-8.3 earthquake struck near Concepcion, Chile early today (Saturday). The United States Geological Survey said the earthquake struck at 0634 GMT at a depth of 59.4km (36.9 miles).

Concepcion is the second largest city in the country, about 450km south of Santiago.

Buildings in Santiago were reported to have shaken for between 10 and 30 seconds, with the loss of electricity in some parts of the capital.

A Tsunami warning is in effect for Chile and Peru. A Tsunami watch is in effect for Ecuador.

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