Check the latest earthquakes recorded in Peru according to IGP reports. The Peruvian territory is located in an area with a high propensity for seismic activity, as it is situated on the “Pacific Ring of Fire.” Following this logic, the country tends to shake continuously with varying magnitudes from the most imperceptible to large-scale earthquakes. These are the most feared by the resident population. The areas that usually report the most earthquakes are Ica, Arequipa, Lima, and other regions strategically located at the collision points of tectonic plates.
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On the other hand, although the Peruvian region has a high risk factor for tremors and earthquakes, it is not the only country with this characteristic, but shares this factor with other neighboring South American countries. Likewise, with the Japanese country located on the other side of the Pacific, Japan.
Therefore, the Geophysical Institute of Peru constantly reports every earthquake recorded in the country with the aim of informing the population and monitoring seismic movements and promoting a culture of prevention together with INDECI to avoid future tragedies for millions of Peruvians.
Here we share the latest earthquake reports from the IGP:
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) September 1, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0623
Local Date and Time: 01/09/2026,10:16:24
Magnitude: 3.4
Depth: 59 km
Latitude: -12.59
Longitude: -76.89
Intensity: II Chilca
Reference: 18 km SW of Chilca, Cañete – Limahttps://t.co/YRtHt8UytW
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) September 1, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0622
Local Date and Time: 01/09/2026,02:57:53
Magnitude: 3.5
Depth: 9 km
Latitude: -12.22
Longitude: -75.31
Intensity: II-III Chupaca
Reference: 18 km S of Chupaca, Chupaca – Junínhttps://t.co/TyqBUaiKhj
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) September 1, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0621
Local Date and Time: 31/08/2026,21:29:40
Magnitude: 3.5
Depth: 15 km
Latitude: -16.57
Longitude: -71.79
Intensity: II-III Vitor
Reference: 19 km SE of Vitor, Arequipa – Arequipahttps://t.co/YbXR2gKM7J
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 31, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0620
Local Date and Time: 31/08/2026,09:55:10
Magnitude: 3.6
Depth: 59 km
Latitude: -16.63
Longitude: -72.45
Intensity: II-III Quilca
Reference: 10 km N of Quilca, Camaná – Arequipahttps://t.co/HkgodRhAXe
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 31, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0619
Local Date and Time: 31/08/2026,09:07:43
Magnitude: 4.3
Depth: 121 km
Latitude: -15.79
Longitude: -72.64
Reference: 6 km N of Chuquibamba, Condesuyos – Arequipahttps://t.co/uDORfaVeZU
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 31, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0618
Local Date and Time: 31/08/2026,06:53:23
Magnitude: 4.1
Depth: 8 km
Latitude: -12.25
Longitude: -75.35
Intensity: III Huasicancha
Reference: 12 km NW of Huasicancha, Huancayo – Junínhttps://t.co/elCVngVRMr
SEISMIC REPORT:
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0617
Local Date and Time: 31/08/2026,05:36:50
Magnitude: 4.0
Depth: 109 km
Latitude: -11.19
Longitude: -76.65
Intensity: III Canta
Reference: 31 km N of Canta, Canta – Limahttps://t.co/65egrf5rBQRead more Dollar opens lower at S/3.35 amid global index decline
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 31, 2026
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 31, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0616
Local Date and Time: 31/08/2026,05:26:44
Magnitude: 4.0
Depth: 66 km
Latitude: -3.52
Longitude: -80.16
Reference: 13 km E of Zarumilla, Zarumilla – Tumbeshttps://t.co/45mJQGgdG0
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 31, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0615
Local Date and Time: 31/08/2026,03:22:31
Magnitude: 3.6
Depth: 15 km
Latitude: -16.82
Longitude: -71.56
Intensity: II-III La Capilla
Reference: 41 km W of La Capilla, General Sánchez Cerro – Moqueguahttps://t.co/WeBzJYH5wZ
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 31, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0614
Local Date and Time: 31/08/2026,00:48:31
Magnitude: 3.7
Depth: 34 km
Latitude: -16.97
Longitude: -72.54
Intensity: II-III Quilca
Reference: 31 km SW of Quilca, Camaná – Arequipahttps://t.co/kkeig5t86o
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 31, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0613
Local Date and Time: 30/08/2026,20:08:01
Magnitude: 4.3
Depth: 36 km
Latitude: -9.60
Longitude: -79.21
Intensity: II-III Samanco
Reference: 87 km SW of Samanco, Santa – Áncashhttps://t.co/2StXB8tC9G
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 30, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0612
Local Date and Time: 30/08/2026,18:21:08
Magnitude: 3.5
Depth: 14 km
Latitude: -10.37
Longitude: -74.71
Intensity: II-III Puerto Bermúdez
Reference: 26 km E of Puerto Bermúdez, Oxapampa – Pascohttps://t.co/vgrxcpg8yq
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 30, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0611
Local Date and Time: 30/08/2026,12:42:28
Magnitude: 3.4
Depth: 9 km
Latitude: -12.24
Longitude: -75.34
Intensity: II-III Chupaca
Reference: 21 km S of Chupaca, Chupaca – Junínhttps://t.co/3YWYY7xcZd
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 30, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0610
Local Date and Time: 30/08/2026,11:04:09
Magnitude: 4.7
Depth: 108 km
Latitude: -18.39
Longitude: -69.99
Intensity: II-III Tacna
Reference: 50 km SE of Tacna, Tacna – Tacnahttps://t.co/UAsSRiqP0B
SEISMIC REPORT:
— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 30, 2026
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0609
Local Date and Time: 30/08/2026,00:19:53
Magnitude: 5.2
Depth: 42 km
Latitude: -21.71
Longitude: -70.63
Intensity: III Tacna
Reference: 413 km S of Tacna, Tacna – Tacnahttps://t.co/ELYbZFhHHS
What items are essential for your emergency backpack?
Find out here what items your emergency backpack should contain:
- Hygiene items: antibacterial gel, toilet paper, toothbrush, hand and face towel, pack of wet wipes.
- First aid kit: masks, ethyl alcohol, sterile gauze, adhesive tape, adhesive bandages, elastic bandages, antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and antibiotic cream. Include specific medications if any family member has a disease.
- Warmth: fleece blanket and footwear.
- Non-perishable food: bottled water without gas, cereal bar, canned food, and chocolates.
- Miscellaneous: multi-purpose knife, polyester ropes, lighter, adhesive tape, and plastic bags.
- Money and communication items: batteries, portable radio, whistle, and flashlight.
It is important to remember that you should change the products periodically to ensure they have expiration dates within the stipulated time. On the other hand, citizens with pets are reminded to consider their needs and equip the necessary items in the emergency backpack.
