Magnitude 3.7 Earthquake Felt in Cañete, Peru

A moderate earthquake, measuring magnitude 3.7, shook the Cañete province in Peru's Lima region on the evening of May 28. The tremor occurred at 7:43 PM local time, with its epicenter pinpointed 15 kilometers southwest of Chilca.

The Peruvian Geophysical Institute (IGP) reported that the earthquake's depth was approximately 51 kilometers. While the magnitude suggests a relatively minor seismic event, authorities are using the occasion to remind residents of the importance of earthquake preparedness.

Residents are advised to remain calm and identify safe zones within and outside their homes. They should stay clear of windows, mirrors, and heavy furniture during a tremor. The National Civil Defense Institute (Indeci) emphasizes the necessity of having an emergency backpack readily available.

This emergency kit should contain essential items for the first few days following a disaster, including hygiene products, a first-aid kit with necessary medications, non-perishable food, bottled water, a battery-powered radio, flashlight, whistle, spare keys, and copies of important documents. Specific provisions for babies, children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs should also be included.

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Remember to always have an emergency backpack ready to be prepared for a natural disaster.