SANTA, Ancash — According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.6 magnitude quake struck close to San Juan at midday on Tuesday.

A tremor shook the region at 17:39 UTC (12:39 local time). The earthquake’s epicenter was situated approximately 47 km south-southwest of San Juan and occurred at a depth of 12 km. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.5 but later upgraded to 5.6.

Did you feel it?

You can let the USGS know if you noticed the quake by filling out their Felt Report form.

Impact and estimated losses

Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. There is a low likelihood of casualties and damage. Recent earthquakes in this area have caused secondary hazards such as landslides that might have contributed to losses.

Structure information summary
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are highly vulnerable to earthquake shaking, though some resistant structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are mud wall and reinforced/confined masonry construction.

Last week’s tremor

In the past week, another magnitude 5.1 quake was recorded in the area, also occurring near San Juan one day ago.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey