A earthquake It was recorded this afternoon, Sunday, October 11, in the Arequipa region. The magnitude was 3.6, it had a depth of 47 kilometers and its epicenter was located 16 kilometers west of Quilcain the province of Camanaas reported by the Geophysical Institute of Peru (IGP).
According to the official document, the earthquake occurred at 2:41 pm and reached a grade II-III intensity in Quilca.
Meanwhile, the Civil Defense authorities and the National Emergency Operations Center (COEN) remain under constant monitoring to evaluate possible collateral effects. So far, no injuries or material damage have been reported.
It should be remembered that Peru is located in an area of high seismic activity, known as the Pacific Ring of Fire.
This strip concentrates a large part of the world’s telluric movements due to the constant friction between the tectonic plates, which is why specialists recommend maintaining prevention measures.
According to the information provided and shared by Indeci, these are the items, products and implements that every emergency backpack must contain: non-perishable foods such as tuna, soda crackers, nuts, candy, water bottles, money in coins, specific items for babies and infants, among others.
Also a first aid kit (bandages, gauze, tape, masks, hydrogen peroxide, topical cream, pain relievers, antibiotics), plastic garbage bags, blankets, ropes and communication items such as a flashlight, radio or whistle.
And for pets? The pet emergency backpack should contain water, balanced food, leash, harness, first aid kit and identification documents.
