Seismic Shifts: Earthquake Rocks Central Peru

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 struck central Peru on Saturday. The German Research Centre for Geosciences reported that the seismic event originated at a depth of 10 km. No immediate reports on damages or casualties have been provided by authorities.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 17-05-2025 16:06 IST | Created: 17-05-2025 16:06 IST
Seismic Shifts: Earthquake Rocks Central Peru
This image is AI-generated and does not depict any real-life event or location. It is a fictional representation created for illustrative purposes only.

Central Peru experienced a significant geological event on Saturday as an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 was recorded, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ).

The tremor, noted for its intensity, struck at a depth of 10 km (6.21 miles), adding a layer of gravity to the situation, GFZ confirmed.

Although the shockwaves were felt widely, official reports on damage or casualties are yet to be disclosed.

(With inputs from agencies.)

Give Feedback