Peru, Ecuador: Magnitude-6.1 earthquake occurs in border region at around 12:10 July 30

Event

A magnitude-6.1 earthquake occurred in northwestern Peru in the Peru-Ecuador border region at around 12:10 July 30. The epicenter was about 8 km (5 miles) east of Sullana. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 33 km (21 miles), and strong shaking was probably felt throughout the Peruvian departments of Piura, Tumbes, Cajamarca, La Libertad, and Lambayeque; light shaking was likely also felt in the Ecuadoran provinces of Joja and El Oro. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days.

Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.

Advice

Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.