This Wednesday, August 19, at 5:28 a.m., an earthquake of magnitude 4.8 was recorded 42 kilometers southwest of Lurín, in the Lima region, according to the Geophysical Institute of Peru (IGP).
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According to the entity, this seismic movement had a depth of 42 kilometers. So far, no material damage or casualties have been reported.
SEISMIC REPORT:
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0565
Local Date and Time: 08/19/2026,05:28:02
Magnitude: 4.8
Depth: 42 km
Latitude: -12.46
Longitude: -77.20
Intensity: III Lurín
Reference: 42 km SW of Lurín, Lima – Limahttps://t.co/hEzxLrT39x— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) August 19, 2026
In light of the increase in news related to alleged earthquakes, the IGP reminded that earthquakes cannot be predicted and asked the population to get information only through official channels, as well as to maintain preventive measures because the country is located in the Pacific Ring of Fire, a zone of high seismic activity.
For this reason, in the event of a seismic movement, authorities recommend staying calm, locating yourself in safe areas, staying away from windows or objects that may fall, and avoiding the use of elevators.
#Magnitude 4.8 earthquake recorded moments ago with epicenter 42 km SW of Lurín, Lima – Lima, was felt between light and moderate by the population. Monitoring continues in vulnerable areas. | @indeciperu pic.twitter.com/lu4b2O9Lg6
— COEN – INDECI (@COENPeru) August 19, 2026
Emergency backpack for earthquake
According to the information provided and shared by Indeci, these are the items, products, and implements that every emergency backpack should contain: non-perishable foods such as tuna, soda crackers, dried fruits, candies, water bottles, coins, specific items for babies and infants, among others.
Also a first aid kit (bandages, gauze, adhesive tape, masks, hydrogen peroxide, topical cream, painkillers, antibiotics), plastic garbage bags, blankets, ropes, and communication items such as flashlight, radio, or whistle.
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