Seismic activity in the Amazonas region: Two earthquakes shake Santa María de Nieva
The Amazonas region, in Peru, experienced a day of seismic activity during the early hours of this Saturday. According to official reports, two significant earthquakes were recorded in the vicinity of Santa María de Nieva, causing alarm among the inhabitants of the Condorcanqui province.
The first event, which reached a magnitude of 5.2, occurred at 2:12 a.m. Its epicenter was located 96 kilometers northeast of Santa María de Nieva, with a depth of 15 kilometers and a level III intensity. Subsequently, at 7:46 a.m., a second earthquake of magnitude 4.5 shook the same area, this time with an epicenter 87 kilometers to the north and a similar depth, registering an intensity between II and III.
Other movements recorded in Peruvian territory
Seismic activity was not limited solely to the Amazonas region. During the day on Friday, September 18, the Peruvian territory experienced two other seismic events:
- A magnitude 3.5 earthquake occurred at 1:41 in the afternoon in Zarumilla, Tumbes, at a depth of 47 kilometers.
- At 2:32 in the afternoon, a magnitude 4.0 movement was recorded with an epicenter 97 kilometers west of Pimentel, Lambayeque, at a depth of 38 kilometers.
Recommendations for earthquakes in Peru
Because Peru is located in the Pacific Ring of Fire, an area of high tectonic activity caused by the interaction between the Nazca and South American plates, it is essential to maintain constant preventive measures.
Authorities recommend that the population remain calm, identify safe zones, clear evacuation routes, and always have an emergency backpack equipped with basic supplies such as water, non-perishable food, and a first aid kit.
In the event of any seismic activity, citizens are urged to move away from objects that could fall, avoid running during the movement, and follow official protocols, especially in coastal areas where attention must be paid to potential maritime alerts.
