Peru Logs Magnitude 3.6 Quake Near Yauca as Seismic Flurry Continues

Overview

• The national geophysics institute reported a magnitude 3.6 quake at 09:25 local time on January 4, located 11 km south of Yauca in Arequipa at 50 km depth with intensity II–III.
• Recent days saw multiple magnitude-4-plus events, including 4.5 off Ica and 4.5 off Chimbote on January 3, alongside several 4.2–4.8 quakes since January 1.
• A December 28 event of magnitude 4.3 registered intensity IV in Chimbote, with no widespread damage reported in these updates.
• INDECI reiterates preparedness measures through nationwide drills and household contingency planning, including emergency backpacks with hygiene items, nonperishable food, clothing, medicines, identification, radios and flashlights.
• Peru lies on the Pacific Ring of Fire, where Nazca Plate subduction drives frequent seismic activity across the country.