Peru Coast Earthquake

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Very Strong earthquake near the coast of Ica, Peru

Last update: March 15, 2014 at 9:44 am by By

Update 09.40 UTC:

The earthquake values were changed to M 6.2 in a depth of 25 km, according to IGP. Intensity V is expected in Ica and Pisco. This is still able to cause damage to weak constructions.

A very strong quake, Magnitude 6.0, hit south-central Peru. The epicenter is located near the coast of Ica, 250 km south of Lima. NO Tsunami was generated. We expect some damage in Ica caused by this earthquake.

Nearby Cities
21km (13mi) SSE of Paracas, Peru
39km (24mi) S of Pisco, Peru
40km (25mi) SSW of Villa Tupac Amaru, Peru
43km (27mi) S of San Clemente, Peru
239km (149mi) SSE of Lima, Peru
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Most important Earthquake Data:

Magnitude : 6.2

Local Time (conversion only below land) : 2014-03-15 03:59:21

GMT/UTC Time : 2014-03-15 08:59:21

from:    http://earthquake-report.com/2014/03/15/very-strong-earthquake-near-coast-of-peru-on-march-15-2014/