A strong earthquake struck southern Peru late Tuesday, injuring dozens of people and damaging buildings across the region as residents rushed into the streets during the nighttime shaking.

According to the United States Geological Survey, the magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck near the town of Pampa de Tate in Peru’s Ica Region.

Dozens Injured During Strong Shaking

Authorities confirmed that at least 27 people were injured during the earthquake, although no fatalities were immediately reported.

The quake struck at a depth of approximately 56.5 kilometers, producing noticeable shaking across parts of southern Peru.

Emergency services responded to reports of structural damage and minor injuries as frightened residents evacuated homes and public buildings.

Buildings Damaged in Ica

Peruvian Defense Minister Amadeo Flores visited affected areas in the city of Ica to inspect damaged structures.

Among the impacted buildings was San Luis Gonzaga University, where visible damage was reported following the earthquake.

Authorities continue assessing the full extent of structural impacts across the region.

Peru and the Ring of Fire

Earthquakes are relatively common in Peru because the country lies along the Pacific Ring of Fire, one of the most seismically active regions on Earth.

The Ring of Fire stretches around the Pacific Ocean and contains a vast network of tectonic plate boundaries, fault systems, and volcanoes responsible for frequent earthquakes and volcanic activity.

Emergency Monitoring Continues

Officials remain on alert for possible aftershocks while engineers and emergency teams continue evaluating damaged buildings and infrastructure.

Although the earthquake did not cause catastrophic destruction, authorities urged residents to remain cautious as inspections continue.