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Peru Records New Moderate Quakes as IGP Reports No Damage

Authorities stress preparedness over prediction in a seismically active country.

Overview

  • The national geophysical institute logged a magnitude 4.3 quake at 4:25 a.m. near Curimaná in Ucayali, with an epicenter 39 km southeast and a depth of 134 km.
  • A magnitude 4.6 tremor was felt Friday afternoon off Huarmey in Áncash, centered 65 km southwest at 45 km depth, with intensity level III reported in Huarmey.
  • A magnitude 4.2 event was recorded near Chimbote late the previous night, reflecting continued activity across multiple regions.
  • Civil defense officials report no injuries or material damage from the recent tremors.
  • The IGP, which operates the national seismic network, reiterates that earthquakes cannot be predicted and urges safe construction and preparedness.