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Response to Peru Earthquake, Situational Report | August 21st, 2026
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk Plan International , as published by ReliefWeb
· August 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway 2 earthquake occurred at a depth of 108 km, resulting in reported injuries and damage.
2 earthquake occurred at a depth of 108 km, resulting in reported injuries and damage. At least 3 people were injured and 116 homes were affected or rendered uninhabitable in one area. Additional homes were affected in other districts.
Educational facilities reported preliminary damage, including cracks and broken windows. Health facilities were also affected, with reports from several areas. Electricity disruptions were experienced, impacting a number of people.
Further details on the earthquake's impact are available, including the extent of damage to various facilities and infrastructure.
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Category: disaster Published: August 24, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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