Overview
- The IGP reported the quake at 7:35 p.m. local time on December 26 with an epicenter 52 km southwest of Supe Puerto, Barranca, at a depth of 29 km.
- Shaking reached intensity III in Supe Puerto, meaning it was felt by residents but not expected to cause structural damage.
- Local authorities and INDECI reported no injuries or material damage and said monitoring continues.
- The event follows a magnitude 4.7 quake near Yauca, Caravelí (Arequipa) early on December 25 that also caused no damage and posed no tsunami risk.
- Officials reiterated preparedness guidance for residents in Peru’s Pacific Ring of Fire zone, including identifying evacuation routes and keeping an emergency kit ready.