1970 Peru–Ecuador earthquake
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The 1970 Peru–Ecuador earthquake occurred on December 9 at 23:34 local time. The epicenter was located in northwestern Peru, between Piura and Tumbes, near the Peru–Ecuador border.[2] This earthquake had a magnitude of Mw 7.1, or Ms 7.1. About 81 people were reported dead in Peru and in Ecuador together.[3][4] Liquefaction was observed. The maximum Mercalli Intensity reached IX (Violent).[5][6] Fractures in constructions were reported in the urban area of Talara.[7] This was a shallow earthquake, and it was thought to occur in the plate above the plate boundary.[8]
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| Epicenter | 3.99°S 80.72°W |
| Areas affected | Peru and Ecuador |
| Max. intensity | MMI IX (Violent) |
| Casualties | 82 (50 in Ecuador, 32 in Peru)[1] |
