Earthquake Today in Peru: 5.5 Quake Hits South of Lima

Earthquake Today in Peru: 5.5 Quake Hits South of Lima
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck about 70 miles south of Lima, Peru, on Monday.

The U.S. Geological Survey said the quake, which had a depth of 46 miles, struck at around 3:00 p.m. local time.

The quake hit near Quilmana, Imperial, Nuevo Imperial, and Mala, the agency said.

It also hit near the Pacific coast.

On Twitter, Peruvian users said they could feel the quake.

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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