Wednesday 26 March 2025 04:35 GMT

Earthquake Today: Magnitude 7 Quake Hits Peru, Tsunami Warning Issued


(MENAFN- Live Mint) Earthquake today: An earthquake of magnitude 7.0 has hit off the coast of Peru in South America around 12:36 am local time, Bloomberg reported citing the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

The quake struck 8.8 kilometers (5.5 miles) from Atiquipa district in Peru , as per an AFP report. It added that there is a possibility of tsunami waves along some coastlines.

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The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre, which initially said there was no threat, later warned that waves of up to three metres were“possible along some coasts”, AFP said.

(With inputs from Agencies)

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