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Magnitude 6.7 earthquake strikes Peru
Peru
First seen: Aug 20, 2026, 8:01 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 20, 2026, 8:01 PM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Peru after authorities had conducted an exercise for a major earthquake and tsunami.
SO WHAT?
A strong earthquake poses risks to lives, infrastructure and emergency response, including possible tsunami concerns.
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