5.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Near Peruvian Coast

A powerful earthquake of magnitude 5.7 struck near the Peruvian coast on Friday. The German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ) reported the quake occurred at a depth of 10 km (6.21 miles).


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 12-07-2024 15:13 IST | Created: 12-07-2024 15:13 IST
5.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Near Peruvian Coast
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A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 hit near the coast of Peru on Friday, according to the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ).

The seismic event was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.21 miles), as reported by the GFZ.

No immediate reports of damage or casualties have been released, and authorities are monitoring the situation closely.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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