Peru earthquake: 7.2 magnitude quake shakes south of country

Powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake shakes southern Peru

A strong 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck a southern city in Peru on Thursday, according to the US Geological Survey.

Powerful 7.2 earthquake slams southern Peru

In this Nov. 5, 2012, photo, homes cover the Rimac neighborhood of Lima, Peru. S A 7.2 magnitude earthquake shook a remote region of Peru Thursday.Rodrigo Abd, Associated PressA 7.2 magnitude earthquake shook a remote region of Peru this morning, according to The Associated PressWhy it matters: While earthquakes are common in Peru, the earthquake’s dangerously high magnitude is more rare, with the country’s last 7-plus magnitude earthquake occur…

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Powerful 7.2-magnitude quake rocks southern Peru

A strong 7.2-magnitude earthquake has rocked south eastern Peru, the United States Geological Survey said, with Peruvian authorities adding there were no dead or injured.

Powerful 7.2-magnitude quake rocks southern Peru

A strong 7.2-magnitude earthquake rocked southeastern Peru on Thursday, the US Geological Survey said, with Peruvian authorities adding there were no dead or injured.

7.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Southern Peru

A magnitude 7.2 earthquake hit southern Peru Thursday morning at 8:02 a.m. EDT. Here's everything to know about the quake.