Seismic Shift: Massive Quake Rattles Drake Passage

A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake has been reported in the Drake Passage, situated between South America's southern tip and Antarctica. The quake occurred 10 kilometers beneath the surface, as confirmed by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

A seismic event measuring 7.5 on the Richter scale shook the Drake Passage on Thursday, according to data released by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

This vast expanse of water lies between the southern tip of South America and the icy continent of Antarctica.

The earthquake took place at a shallow depth of just 10 kilometers (about 6.21 miles) below the Earth's surface, adding to the significance of the event.