Argentina: No casualties, damage immediately reported after magnitude-6.8 earthquake occurs in Jujuy Province at around 20:06 ART May 10 /update 1

Event

No casualties or damage have been immediately reported after a magnitude-6.8 earthquake occurred in Argentina's Jujuy Province at around 20:06 ART May 10. Significant damage is unlikely. The epicenter was about 78 km (48 miles) north-northwest of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 193 km (119 miles), and light-to-moderate shaking was probably felt in parts of northern Argentina, northern Chile, and southern Bolivia.

It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days.

Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.

Advice

Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.