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Reference ID	Created	Released	Classification	Origin
10STATE18636	2010-02-28 21:17	2011-08-30 01:44	UNCLASSIFIED	Secretary of State

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UNCLAS STATE 018636 
 
SIPDIS 
 
E.O. 12958: N/A 
TAGS: CASC ASEC KPAO PREL MZ
SUBJECT: TRAVEL ALERT - CHILE 
 
¶1. The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the 
situation in Chile in the aftermath of a powerful 
earthquake, measuring 8.8 magnitude, that struck 73 
miles north of Concepcion (Chile's second largest city; 
pop. 650,000) and 197 miles south of Santiago.  More 
than 214 people died in the event, hundreds were injured 
and there has been damage to thousands of homes and 
commercial properties. 
 
¶2. The Department of State strongly urges U.S. citizens 
to avoid tourism and non-essential travel to Chile.  The 
February 27th earthquake caused significant damage to 
the areas closest to the epicenter, including the cities 
of Concepcion, Talcahuano and Temuco.  Santiago, Viqa 
del Mar and Valparaiso were also affected by power 
outages and limited telecommunications.  The Santiago 
International Airport has been closed to all but 
military operations. 
 
¶3. U.S. citizens currently in Chile should contact 
family and friends in the US to confirm their well-being 
at the earliest opportunity.  Where internet and 
telephone services are not available, it may be possible 
to contact people using SMS (Cell text message) or other 
forms of social media such as Twitter and Facebook. 
 
¶4. Strong aftershocks are likely for weeks following a 
strong earthquake such as this one.  The American Red 
Cross recommends that in the event of an aftershock, 
persons outdoors should avoid being struck by falling 
debris by moving to open spaces, away from walls, 
windows, buildings, and other structures that may 
collapse.  If indoors, DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON:  Drop 
under a sturdy desk or table, hold on, and protect your 
eyes by pressing your face against your arm.  If there 
is no table or desk nearby, sit on the floor against an 
interior wall away from windows, bookcases or tall 
furniture that could fall on you.  Avoid damaged 
buildings and downed power lines.  Great care should be 
used with matches, lighters, candles, or any open flame 
in case of disrupted gas lines. 
 
¶5. Americans living or traveling in Chile are encouraged 
to register with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate 
through the State Department's travel registration 
website to obtain updated information on travel and 
security within Chile.  Americans without Internet 
access may register directly with the nearest U.S. 
Embassy or Consulate.  By registering, American citizens 
make it easier for the Embassy or Consulate to contact 
them in case of emergency. 
 
U.S. Embassy Santiago 
Avenida Andres Bello 2800, Las Condes 
Santiago, Chile 
Phone: 56-2-330 30 00 
Fax: 56-2-330 30 05 
After Hours Emergency Line: (56-2) 330-3000 
 
¶6. Travelers may obtain up-to-date information on 
security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free 
in the U.S. or outside the U.S. and Canada on a regular 
toll line at 1-202-501-4444. For information on general 
crime and security issues, U.S. citizens should also 
consult the Department of State's Country Specific 
Information for Chile as well as The Worldwide Caution 
located on the Bureau of Consular Affairs website. 
 
¶7. Minimize considered. 
CLINTON

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