A magnitude 3.9 earthquake It was recorded this afternoon Tuesday January 21 in the region Ayacuchoreported the Geophysical Institute of Peru (IGP) through its National Seismological Center.
According to him Seismic Report IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0047the telluric movement occurred at 14:17:32 hours (local time).
SEISMIC REPORT
IGP/CENSIS/RS 2026-0047
Local Date and Time: 01/21/2026 14:17:32
Magnitude: 3.9
Depth: 102km
Latitude: -14.29
Length: -73.96
Intensity: II Querobamba
Reference: 33 km SW of Querobamba, Sucre – Ayacucho— National Seismological Center (@Sismos_Peru_IGP) January 21, 2026
The epicenter of the earthquake was located at 33 kilometers southwest of Querobambain the province of Sucre.
The intensity was II in Querobambawhich indicates that the earthquake was weakly perceived by the population.
Until now, No material damage or casualties have been reported.due to the moderate magnitude and depth of the seismic event.
The authorities recommend staying calm and following earthquake prevention measures, remembering that Peru is located in an area of high seismic activity.
