M5.1 quake in Peru kills 5, destroys 48 homes
Chongos Bajo suffered the worst damage, with 21 injured and 300 residents left homeless after the shallow quake.
Chongos Bajo suffered the worst damage, with 21 injured and 300 residents left homeless after the shallow quake.
What's new: Mexico deployed security and civil protection personnel, while officials reported no deaths or major damage so far.
Venezuela declared a national emergency as the confirmed death toll rose to 32 and is expected to climb further.
Researchers highlight Cajon Pass as a possible link between the San Andreas and San Jacinto faults in a major quake.