A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Peru, notably affecting the capital Lima and resulting in one fatality and five injuries. The quake's epicenter was located southwest of Callao, occurring in the Pacific Ocean. While the USGS rated the earthquake at 5.6, Peru's presidency claimed it was a 6.1. Despite localized damage to infrastructure, including roads and schools, there was no tsunami warning issued. President Dina Boluarte is actively involved in the response, emphasizing the country’s vulnerability due to its position on the Pacific Ring of Fire.
A 5.6 magnitude earthquake hit Peru, causing at least one death and five injuries, with its epicenter located just southwest of Callao.
The Peruvian presidency reported the earthquake magnitude as 6.1, while USGS confirmed it at 5.6 and indicated no tsunami warning was necessary.
Emergency services reported damage to roads and educational institutions, with President Dina Boluarte heading to Callao to oversee the response efforts.
Peru, situated on the Ring of Fire, experiences about 100 detectable earthquakes annually, highlighting the ongoing seismic activity in the region.
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