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6.7-magnitude earthquake shakes Peru's southern Andes

ABC7 Los Angeles • August 20, 2026 • world

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A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Peru's southern Andes Mountains near Upahuacho in the Ayacucho region at 1 p.m. local time, with a depth of 66 kilometers.
The quake was felt across several southern regions, including Ica and Arequipa, but no immediate damage or injuries have been reported.
Civil Defense and local officials confirmed there were no reports of damage, and the Peruvian Navy stated there is no tsunami threat.
Peru is located in the Pacific "Ring of Fire," making it prone to frequent seismic activity, with a notable 7.9 magnitude earthquake in 2007 causing significant casualties.