A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck off the coast of Maule, Chile on Thursday, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said, Hindustan Times reported.

The quake was at a depth of 15 km (9.32 miles), EMSC said.

• One should always keep calm and reassure others in the event of an earthquake.
• During the incident, one should always look for the safest place - an open space, away from buildings.
• For those indoors, people should take cover under a desk, table, or a bed and stay away from glass panes, windows.
• Keeping calm, one should not rush to go out of the building as it may cause a stampede.
• If outside, one should move away from buildings and utility wires and moving vehicles should be stopped immediately.
• It should be kept in mind to free all pets and domestic animals so that they can run away and one should be out in the open till the vibrations stop.
• It is also advised not to use candles, matches and put all fires out.