https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/peru-earthquake-damages-buildings-and-causes-power-cutsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/peru-earthquake-damages-buildings-and-causes-power-cutshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/peru-earthquake-damages-buildings-and-causes-power-cuts#u47023Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:01:42 +0000A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck southern Peru, damaging buildings, homes, and schools, and causing power cuts. At least two people were injured. The earthquake occurred in the southern Andes region of Peru.Why it mattersThe earthquake has raised concerns about seismic activity along the Ring of Fire. Peru is prone to earthquakes due to its location on the boundary between the Nazca and South American tectonic plates. The country's infrastructure and population are vulnerable to seismic events.What is confirmedA magnitude 6.7 earthquake shook Peru's southern Andes.The earthquake dam