How Will the Earthquake affect Copper Mines in Chile? SMM Reports

Published: Mar 31, 2017 10:57

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The Hong Kong Observatory reported a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Chile's central region.

SHANGHAI, Mar. 31 (SMM) - The Hong Kong Observatory reported a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Chile's central region.

Chile Copper Output down 16.7% in February

SMM reckons the country’s copper mines will barely take a hit. Most of the country’s copper mines are located in the southern part of the country. Meanwhile, the magnitude is of low intensity.

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