Peru Rattled by 6.7-Magnitude Quake, With Limited Damage
Peru was shaken Thursday by a strong earthquake that affected a few dozen homes, schools and health centers, just 10 days after the massive temblor that struck neighboring Colombia and killed more than 300 people.
Peru experienced a powerful earthquake on Thursday, rattling the country and causing minor damage, just a week after a massive quake in neighboring Colombia that left over 300 dead. The 6.7-magnitude quake struck at 1 p.m. local time, with the US Geological Survey reporting a magnitude of 7.2 and a depth of over 108 kilometers. The epicenter was located in Parinacochas province, in southern Andean region of Ayacucho.
The quake was felt throughout Peru, including Lima, where the shaking was relatively minor. About 3.5 hours later, another tremor of lower magnitude hit the same region. Initial reports indicated that at least 22 homes were affected, with two people injured while evacuating. Six schools and six health facilities, including the Cusco Regional Hospital, also sustained damage. The Judicial Palace in Cusco was reported to have been affected as well.
Thankfully, no incidents were reported at any mines following the quake. In response to the event, the Peruvian government announced that Housing Minister Mauricio Arnillas González would travel to the affected area.
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