Why does it continue to tremble in Guatemala?, April 2023

Since the beginning of 2023, hundreds of earthquakes have been recorded in the national territory, but Why does it continue to shake in Guatemala?

Remember that you must follow certain safety procedures in case an earthquake occurs that might put you in danger.

Why does it continue to shake in Guatemala?

In January, more than 400 earthquakes were registered in the country and although it was the month that has presented the most, in April they have remained.

During Holy Week, the day that most earthquakes occurred was the Holy SaturdayApril 8, 2023, registered in the department of Chimaltenango.

Description of the photo for people with visual disabilities: Satellite image of Chimaltenango where several earthquakes have been recorded. (Credit: Insivumeh)

Trembling continues in Guatemala

According to National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology and Hydrology of Guatemala (Insivumeh) the relevant seismic activity was that of Glory Saturday.

The report indicates that during that day five tremors were felt in Chimaltenango, of which only two were sensitive. In the national territory, 39 were registered.

This is due to a seismic sequence in the municipality of Yepocapa in Chimaltenango. The first was magnitude 4.1. In the last days 8 sensitive earthquakes have been registered.

Description of the photo for people with visual disabilities: In the image, a screen where the earthquakes in Guatemala are recorded. (Credit: Insivumeh)

Sensitive places in Guatemala

According to Insivumeh, earthquakes have also been reported in other departments such as Saint Markwhere this Monday, April 10, there was one of magnitude 4.3.

He was also sensitive to retalhuleu y Mazatenango. The country is highly seismicThat is why earthquakes or tremors are constantly detected.

In addition, they have been recorded in Escuintla, Cuilapa, in the Pacific Ocean and near Mexico.

Description of the photo for the visually impaired: In the image some children protect themselves under a table due to the earthquakes. (Credit: Envato/davidpereiras)

Reasons why trembles in Guatemala

Guatemala is subject to movements three tectonic plates: That of the Caribbean, that of Cocos and that of North Americawhich when one gets under the other generates the movement of earth.

It is also positioned on 3 local geological faults: The Polochic, Motagua and Jocotán Chamelecón, which cross the central part of the country.

It is also in what has been called Pacific Ring of Fire, that according to Insivumeh It is responsible for the existence of volcanoes in the region and for generating seismic activity.

You must be prepared for any event with your 72-hour backpack, you have to remain calm and protect yourself.

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