7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Drake Passage

A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.5 hit the Drake Passage near Antarctica.

The quake was initially measured at a higher magnitude but was later revised.

The epicenter was located southeast of Ushuaia, Argentina.

Although a tsunami warning was issued for Chilean Antarctic areas, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said there was no tsunami threat for distant areas.

Authorities have ordered preparedness and activated emergency systems.

This is the second magnitude 7.5 quake this year, with one occurring in May.