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Earthquake in Peru today LIVE via the IGP
- EARTHQUAKE RECORDED IN ICA
- Local Date and Time: 07/17/2026 17:26:25
- Magnitude: 4.2
- Depth: 29km
- Latitude: -14.72
- Longitude: -76.32
- Intensity: II-III Ica
- Reference: 97 km SW of Ica, Ica – Ica
- What does the emergency backpack contain?
Below, we will show you a list of essential items that cannot be missing from your emergency backpack and others recommended by the Ministry of Health of Peru (Minsa):
- 1. First aid kit
When an emergency or any situation that puts us in danger occurs, you may need some type of medicine or item to treat yourself or a family member. Therefore, to be prepared for any inconvenience, having a first aid kit is fundamental in every emergency backpack.
What does a first aid kit contain? Discover below the most important items it should currently have according to the Ministry of Health of Peru (MINSA):
Bandages
Gauze
Adhesive tape
Hydrogen peroxide
Painkillers
Antibiotics
Topical cream
Masks
- 2. Food
As explained in the initial paragraphs, emergency backpacks serve the purpose of providing assistance for at least the first 24 hours, depending on the number of items they contain. Therefore, to prepare your backpack in advance, it is necessary to include non-perishable foods and some others.
What types of food can you include in your emergency backpack? Find out the list of the most recommended below:
Canned tuna
Noodles
Legumes
Cookies
Chocolates
- 3. Blankets and warm clothing
Without a doubt, equipping your emergency backpack with blankets and clothing to keep you and your family warm during the night is something that cannot be missing. For their health and safety, try to have at least one for each family member to ensure your health.
- 4. Water bottles
Staying hydrated during an emergency is essential. Therefore, water bottles play an important role inside emergency backpacks. They have a long shelf life, so storing them will not be a problem.
- 5. Battery-powered radio
A source of information that will always be available even when the electricity goes out is the radio. Therefore, we recommend having one that works with batteries to use when you need it.
- 6. Portable charger
In case of earthquakes or any other emergency, there is a possibility that the electricity may go out for a moment. Therefore, it is necessary to have a power source that allows you to charge your smartphone, tablets, or any other electronic device, such as portable chargers.
- 7. Flashlights
Following the topic of possible power outages, flashlights are items that will provide you with the necessary light to assist people who need it or to carry out any other activity that requires it.
- What is the purpose of the emergency backpack and why is it important?
An emergency backpack is composed of important items to protect your health and that of your family for at least the first 24 hours of the emergency. As mentioned in the initial paragraphs, Peru is located in a high seismic activity zone, so it is necessary to be prepared for any emergency to assist those who need it most and protect their health.
For this, it is essential that you have an emergency backpack containing basic items (according to your family’s needs) to protect your health and well-being. Generally, these should weigh 8KG, but if your family is large, you may extend the capacity of the bag up to a maximum of 20KG.
- Earthquake 29 km NE of Castrovirreyna, Castrovirreyna – Huancavelica
Local Date and Time: 07/17/2026,04:16:31
Magnitude: 4.0
Depth: 95 km
Latitude: -13.09
Longitude: -75.14
- Earthquake 26 km SW of Chala, Caravelí – Arequipa
Local Date and Time: 07/17/2026,01:41:33
Magnitude: 3.8
Depth: 29 km
Latitude: -16.08
Longitude: -74.34
Intensity: II-III Chala
- Earthquake 33 km S of Ica, Ica – Ica
Local Date and Time: 07/17/2026,00:36:25
UTC Date and Time: 07/17/2026,05:36:25
Magnitude: 3.6
Depth: 42 km
Latitude: -14.36
Longitude: -75.68
Intensity: II-III Ica
WHAT IS THE LARGEST MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE RECORDED BY INSTRUMENTS IN PERU?
On Thursday, October 3, 1974, an 8.0 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Lima at 9:21 a.m., striking the capital of Peru as well as much of the Peruvian coast to the south. The movement lasted about 90 seconds and resulted in 252 deaths and 3,600 injuries.
Peru is located in a seismic zone and the occurrence of earthquakes is inevitable. A study by the IGP indicates that there is accumulated seismic energy in the south of the country, which should encourage participation in drills.
The entity responsible for recording every tremor in the country is the Geophysical Institute of Peru (IGP). It also provides official information every time an earthquake occurs through its social media accounts.
HOW ARE EARTHQUAKE DATA OBTAINED IN PERU?
CENSIS obtains its data from the National Seismic Network (DS-0017-2018MINAM), made up of a series of velocity, acceleration, and displacement sensors distributed throughout the country.
WHY IS PERU A HIGHLY SEISMIC ZONE?
Peru is a highly seismic country because it is located within the Pacific Ring of Fire.
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Check here the latest records from the Geophysical Institute of Peru on seismic movements in the country.
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