A magnitude 6.7 earthquake has shaken Peru’s southern Andes, no immediate damages reported
Summary
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck the southern Andes region of Peru on Thursday. No damage or injuries were reported soon after the quake, and there was no tsunami threat.Key Facts
- The earthquake happened at 1 p.m. local time in the Parinacochas province of Ayacucho region.
- It was located 38 km northwest of Upahuacho city with a depth of 66 km.
- The quake was felt in several southern Peruvian regions including Ica and Arequipa.
- Civil Defense and local officials reported no damage or injuries so far.
- The Peruvian Navy stated there was no risk of a tsunami.
- Peru is part of the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” a zone known for frequent earthquakes.
- A stronger earthquake in 2007 in the nearby Ica region caused significant deaths and damage.
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