During this day, there have been registered earthquakes of varying intensity in different parts of the country.
However, most movements are imperceptible, because Chili It is located on the boundary of the Nazca tectonic plates. and South Americanwhose movements produce vibrations of part of the Earth’s crust.
For security reasons, it is important to stay informed about the recent earthquakes that have occurred in the country, a task carried out by the National Seismological Center from the University of Chile.
These are The earthquakes recorded by Seismology:
09:18 hours
An earthquake was reported magnitude 5.1 located 44 kilometers northwest of Chañaral. The movement was recorded at a depth of 43 km.
08:43 hours
earthquake magnitude 3.5occurred 62 km north of The goatswhose depth was reported at 62 km.
The National Disaster Prevention and Response Service (Senapred) provided some recommendations on how to act in the event of a seismic movement of importance.
These are the suggestions given by Senapred:
- Keep calm and look for a place of seismic protection.
- Protect yourself under a firm element. If this is not possible, stay next to the same object.
- Turn off the electricity and close the water and gas valves..
- If you are on the street, stay away from buildings, poles and electrical wires.
- In case of being at a mass event, the person must stay in the place and protect head and neck with arms. In addition, you will also have to follow the instructions of those in charge of security at the venue.
- If you are driving in a tunnel, bridge or highway, you must reduce speed and stop after leaving the area.
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