Earthquake in Ayacucho: A 4.2-magnitude earthquake was reported in Huamanga, injuring one person.

Peru’s Institute of Geophysics (IGP) reported a strong earthquake. The epicenter was 14 km north of Las Iglesias. | Chanel N

He Geophysical Institute of Peru (IGP) An earthquake was reported in the province Humanaarea Ayakucho, September 24, this Sunday at 9:47. The magnitude of the earthquake was 4.2 and the depth was 15 kilometers. Residents of the area said that there was a landslide Mount La Picota.

“With him today trembling After flattening the hill or part of the earth they removed slipped so that they could make the recreational games in it. Caprapada. When it starts raining it’s clear that the dirt mountain next to the Games will move into Huayco. That loose soil can cause tragedies like years ago,” said Edith Barrios, a resident of the area, via her personal Facebook profile.

“On that mountain they blindly open roads or paths and they throw earth in Huayco. Besides the invasion, there is also the deforestation of eucalyptus trees planted 20 years ago by government schools. Let the competent authorities do something,” the citizen added in his release.

He Regional Government of Ayacucho He shared some suggestions for dealing with the earthquake, but did not report any property damage, injuries or casualties.

During earthquakes, the National Civil Defense Agency (Indesi) recommends finding a safe area and solid structures to protect yourself. Additionally, you should stay away from windows, make phone calls, or use elevators.

Peru’s Institute of Geophysics (IGP) reported an earthquake in Ayacucho at a latitude of -13.05 – credit Twitter / @Sismos_Peru_IGp

Center, step IGPIt is located 12 kilometers northwest of the province Humanain the field of Ayakucho.

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Last Sunday, September 17, an earthquake was recorded in the same area, but it was located 11 kilometers southeast of Huanda province. The magnitude was 3.5 and the depth was 19 km.

During the earthquake, a landslide occurred on La Picota mountain in Huamanga. | Facebook / Wills Salazar

The National Emergency Operations Center reported via its Twitter account that one person injured in the Huamanguilla (Pagaicasa) district was transferred to the Huanda Support Hospital following the earthquake in Huamanga (Ayacucho). Likewise, the Uchuratshi Health Center was also damaged.

He Indesi suggests that Emergency backpack Keep items that are useful for the whole family, but also essential if you have a baby or adults at home, like bottles, diapers and baby food. These are the basic tools:

  • Alcohol or disinfectant
  • Medicines and pills
  • Bandages and Band-Aids
  • Towels and blankets
  • Bottled water and canned foods
  • Battery operated flashlight and radio

It is recommended to keep a collar with the pet’s name and register it with the district municipality. This way, if you lose them, you can easily find them. The emergency backpack should contain their food and a blanket to stay warm.

If you are in a hurry, you can call Public Fire Department of Peru, Al 116); La Red Cross(01) 2660481 or Mobile Emergency Care System (Find out), Al 106.

An emergency bag should contain food and supplies for household pets – Antina Credit

The latest The simulacrum 2023 will be held on Monday 6th November at 8:00 PM. Previous editions were held on Wednesdays May 31st, on a day of reflection on unity and natural disasters; And on August 15, 2007, a magnitude 8 earthquake was recorded in the city. PiscoIn Aika.

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More than 9 million school students from across the country participated in the latest test, according to the Ministry of Education (Mined) 582,656 professionals including teachers, directors and administrative staff also participated. Training is coordinated at more than 80,000 study centers across the country.

Each exercise carried out in Peru in 2023 was scheduled for a different day – IGP credit

You can visit the site to get more information on how to prevent these types of incidents Preparedof Indesi. Here are some guides on how to create a family and community emergency plan.

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