South American countries Peru, Bolivia and Chile were all rattled by a 6.4 magnitude earthquake early Thursday, May 6.

Hundreds of Peruvians fled for safety in Tacna, Peru, around 26 km from the epicentre. The quake struck near the border of the three countries and was even felt in La Paz, Bolivia -- where the intensity was around 3 or 4.

Buildings shook and walls cracked but there have been no reports of heavy damage or deaths,

The movement in Chile was very strong --which didn't help ease people's earthquake fears. The country has been spooked since the February earthquake killed hundreds of people north of Santiago.

After the tremors were felt, people reportedly panicked and started running for the hills. The quake only caused minor damage in Chile, including broken windows and cracked walls.

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