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President Obama says US ready to help Chile

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President Barack Obama has said the US has resources in position to deploy should the Chilean government ask for help following the earthquake.

The 8.8 quake has caused widespread damage, destroying buildings, bridges and roads in many areas, including the capital where a chemical plant caught fire.

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