March 11, Brazil – Peru: A significant earthquake measuring 5.7 on the Richter scale struck the Peru- Brazil border region on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, sending tremors through the remote areas near the epicenter. The quake occurred at 9:08 am local time (Rio Branco time), approximately 123 kilometers northwest of Iñapari, Peru, and 82 kilometers from the small town of Balta, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ).
The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) initially reported the earthquake as a magnitude 5.6 event, with its epicenter located at a considerable depth of 647.50 kilometers. The quake’s depth likely mitigated its impact, making the tremors feel weaker on the surface. However, the exact magnitude, depth, and location may be revised as seismologists analyze additional data.
The remote nature of the epicenter meant that only a few nearby towns, such as Balta, with a population of around 130, experienced very weak shaking. No immediate reports of damage or casualties have been reported, but authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.
Earthquakes of this magnitude, especially at such depths, are relatively rare in the region. The Peru-Brazil border area, though not as seismically active as other parts of South America, occasionally experiences tremors due to tectonic activity.
VolcanoDiscovery, a global earthquake monitoring service, has urged residents in the affected area to share their experiences through its online reporting mechanism or mobile app. Such firsthand accounts help provide real-time updates and improve the accuracy of seismic data for researchers and the public worldwide.
As seismologists refine their calculations, further updates on the earthquake’s details may emerge. For now, the event serves as a reminder of the dynamic geological forces shaping our planet, even in its most remote corners.
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