A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck central Peru on Saturday at a depth of 116 kilometers, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) reported.
Seismologists classify quakes deeper than 70 km as deep‑focus, which can be felt over wider areas but tend to produce less intense shaking at the surface.
Central Peru lies on the Pacific Ring of Fire, where the Nazca Plate subducts beneath the South American Plate, driving frequent seismic activity.
Information on damage or casualties remains limited as authorities assess the situation. Further updates will follow as more data becomes available.
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