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7.5 magnitude earthquake strikes near Ecuador-Peru border, USGS says

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(FOX NEWS) — A 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck near the border of Ecuador and Peru early Friday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

The earthquake struck 71 miles east of Palora with a depth of 82 miles. Another 5.5 tremblor was then felt about 9 miles southeast of Duran.

There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.