By — Margaret Warner Margaret Warner Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/ap-reporter-aftershocks-send-chileans-running-for-the-hills Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter AP Reporter: Aftershocks Send Chileans Running for the Hills World Mar 3, 2010 7:25 PM EDT On Wednesday afternoon, Associated Press reporter Michael Warren joined us by satellite from Concepcion, Chile, where he has been reporting on the aftermath of the massive earthquake there and the numerous strong aftershocks. “People are jittery,” Warren told us, detailing how aftershocks have sent Chileans scrambling out of buildings and how tsunami fears sent people charging up hills. The arrival of soldiers in Concepcion was met with applause from residents, who continue to worry about looting despite many of their fears being unfounded or inflamed by rumor-mongering, he said. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now By — Margaret Warner Margaret Warner Ms. Warner is one of five senior correspondents who join Jim Lehrer on PBS's nightly news program - the PBS NewsHour - reporting on, and interviewing, the men and women who are shaping today's world.
On Wednesday afternoon, Associated Press reporter Michael Warren joined us by satellite from Concepcion, Chile, where he has been reporting on the aftermath of the massive earthquake there and the numerous strong aftershocks. “People are jittery,” Warren told us, detailing how aftershocks have sent Chileans scrambling out of buildings and how tsunami fears sent people charging up hills. The arrival of soldiers in Concepcion was met with applause from residents, who continue to worry about looting despite many of their fears being unfounded or inflamed by rumor-mongering, he said. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now