According to the Instituto Geofísico del Perú (IGP), a magnitude 3.5 earthquake struck the district of Chupaca in the Junín region on Thursday afternoon, rattling residents just days after a deadly major tremor hit the area.
Did You Know? The recent afternoon tremor originated at a depth of 12 kilometers and registered at 16 kilometers south of Chupaca, according to the official seismic report released by the Centro Sismológico Nacional.
Seismic Intensity and Recent Tremor History in Junín
The ground motion reached an intensity of grade II to III in Chupaca on the Mercalli scale, as reported by the Instituto Geofísico del Perú. While moderate, the tremor was strong enough to be felt by some residents inside their homes. This afternoon event serves as a new replica following a much larger magnitude 5.1 earthquake that shook the same zone on Saturday night. That initial weekend disaster left at least five people dead and caused widespread damage to a large quantity of local buildings.
Emergency Preparedness Guidelines from Authorities
In response to ongoing seismic activity and the constant threat of large-scale tremors, the Instituto de Defensa Civil (Indeci) urges residents to maintain preparedness measures. Officials advise citizens to keep an emergency backpack fully stocked and ready for immediate use. During any shaking, people must stay calm, move away from windows and shelves, and clear pathways of objects that could roll or fall during evacuation.
For individuals who cannot safely exit their homes during a movement, the Instituto de Defensa Civil recommends taking shelter immediately in pre-identified internal safety zones. Safe positioning includes crouching directly next to structural columns or main support walls to minimize injury risks from falling debris.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the earthquake occur in Chupaca?
According to the Instituto Geofísico del Perú, the tremor occurred on Thursday afternoon at 4:51 local time.
What was the magnitude and depth of the tremor?
The earthquake registered a magnitude of 3.5 with a depth of 12 kilometers, located 16 kilometers south of Chupaca in the Junín region.
How does this event relate to previous seismic activity in the area?
The Instituto Geofísico del Perú confirmed that this movement is a replica of the magnitude 5.1 earthquake that struck the zone on Saturday night, which caused at least five fatalities and severe damage to many buildings.
How have you prepared your household emergency plan and backpack for potential aftershocks in the region?
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