Latest news in Chile? September 29th, 2026

A moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 4.2 struck near Quillota in the Valparaíso region early in the morning on September 29, causing weak to light shaking felt across nearby areas.

Unions at Chile’s Centinela copper mine wrapped up their strike votes following ongoing labor negotiations regarding project developments.

The Nevados de Chillán volcanic complex has continued to draw attention under a Yellow Alert following recent eruptive pulses and ash plumes visible near regional mountain and ski slopes.

Legislative debates are ongoing regarding new government economic packages and bills aimed at boosting foreign investment and early-stage mineral exploration.