Earthquake M6.7 — Central Peru
Ongoing alert in Peru — started August 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM. This page updates as the situation evolves.
What's happening
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake occurred approximately 31 km northwest of Aniso in central Peru on August 20, 2026, at 18:00 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 99 km, and the affected area extends roughly 200 km around the epicenter, including Coracora. Seventy-four felt reports have been recorded.
If you are on site in the affected region, expect aftershocks to continue. Check your immediate surroundings for structural damage to buildings and infrastructure. Move away from damaged structures and unstable areas. Do not use elevators if power is affected.
Follow instructions from local authorities and emergency services. If you require medical assistance, contact local health authorities immediately. Stay informed through official channels for updates on the situation and any evacuation orders. A local tsunami potential has been identified; if near coastal areas, move to higher ground as a precaution.
This alert is based on data from EMSC, USGS, and GDACS.
Written with the help of AI from Mira Safe's sourced data on August 24, 2026 · does not replace local guidance How this analysis is produced →
How it evolved
Alert raisedCritical
August 20, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Affected areas
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