A brief panic ensued as authorities issued tsunami warnings following a 7.8 magnitude earthquake in the Drake Passage. Both the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center and Chile's SHOA acted swiftly, although the alerts were short-lived and retracted within an hour.

The earthquake, striking just before 5:30 p.m. local time, prompted concerns for military bases in Antarctica and Cape Horn. Chilean officials cautioned residents but quickly lifted the warnings.

Factors such as the water depth and rough seas of this treacherous area reduced risks of a tsunami, leading to a rapid response and cancellation of alarms.

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