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Peru Logs Series of Small Quakes After 4.7 in Arequipa and 4.2 in Puno

Officials urge preparedness in quake-prone Peru with calls for safe construction and ready go-bags.

Overview

  • Peru’s seismic agency reported a magnitude 4.7 near Atico at 1:03 a.m. Tuesday and a 4.2 near Capaso at 1:32 p.m., with depths of 36 km and 185 km.
  • Local authorities said the Puno quake caused no damage or injuries, and monitoring by the national seismic network continues.
  • Following Monday’s activity, the network also logged quakes of 4.5 near Sullana in Piura, 4.3 off Chimbote in Áncash, and 4.1 off San Juan de Marcona in Ica.
  • Safety officials advised families to keep emergency go-bags and follow simple steps during shaking, and the IGP’s chief stressed that exact quake timing cannot be predicted.
  • Peru’s weather service issued a heat alert for Tuesday to Thursday on the northern coast with highs up to 36 °C, which can strain health and response efforts.