Ica: an earthquake of magnitude 5.8 was felt this afternoon in Marcona

And 5.8 magnitude earthquake was registered this followingnoon in the city of Marcona, in the province of Nazca, region of Ica, reported the Geophysical Institute of Peru (IGP).

The epicenter was located 92 kilometers west of the city.

According to information from the IGP, the seismic movement occurred at 4:53 p.m. this Friday at the gates of the New Year celebration.

The entity also specified that the epicenter of the earthquake had a depth of 31 kilometers.

intensity and prevention

This new movement had a grade IV intensity in Marcona within the scale of Mercallia latitude of -15.14 and a longitude of -76.00

In the event of a major earthquake, the Civil Defense Institute (Indeci) It is recommended to have an emergency backpack ready.

This bag must be equipped with basic provisions and a reserve box consisting of a small pantry with light food, water, a flashlight, a radio and a blanket.