Review the recent seismic movements recorded by the National Seismological Center of the University of Chile. Also discover Senapred’s recommendations on what to do in the event of an earthquake.
During this day there were recordings earthquake of lesser intensity in different parts of the country .
However, most movements are imperceptible, because Chili It is located at the boundary of the Nazca tectonic plates. and South American whose movements produce vibrations of a part of the earth’s crust.
For safety reasons, it is important to stay informed about recent earthquakes in the country, a task carried out by the National Seismological Center from the University of Chile.
Tremor today, Thursday July 18 in Chile
These are earthquakes recorded by Seismology :
10:17 p.m.
One has been recorded 4.4 magnitude earthquake 43 km southeast of San Pedro de Atacama The movement was reported at a depth of 155 km.
10:15 p.m.
It has been reported that 4.8 magnitude earthquake 29 km southeast of San Pedro de Atacama at a depth of 144 km.
10:10 p.m.
One has been recorded 3.9 magnitude earthquake 33 km southeast of San Pedro de Atacama at a depth of 156 km.
9:50 p.m.
Seismology has reported a 7.3 magnitude earthquake 19 km south of San Pedro de Atacama The movement was recorded at a depth of 165 km.
10:01
earthquake magnitude 4.2 located 8 km southeast of oval and at a depth of 54 km.
05:37 hours
earthquake magnitude 3.8 with an epicenter 68 km south of Lee and at a depth of 234 km.
What to do in case of an earthquake
The National Disaster Prevention and Response Service (Senapre ) gave some recommendations on How to act in the event of seismic movement of importance .
These are the suggestions given by Senapred :
- Maintain calm and find 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 .
- If you are attending a mass event, the person should stay in place and protect the head and neck with the arms . Additionally, you will also need to follow the instructions of the security officials on site.
- If you are driving in a tunnel, bridge or motorway, you must reduce speed and stop after leaving the area .
Source: Latercera
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