A moderate 5.0-magnitude earthquake rattled Peru's capital Lima on Thursday, February 26, 2026, according to the Geophysical Institute of Peru. The tremor struck during daylight hours, sending brief waves of panic through the metropolitan area of 10 million people.
📱 Social media flooded with shaky camera footage of swaying office plants and clattering dishware as residents shared their experiences. While no major damage has been officially reported yet, local authorities have dispatched teams to inspect critical infrastructure.
Peru, located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, experiences frequent seismic activity. This latest quake serves as a reminder for residents to maintain emergency kits and evacuation plans. The government's earthquake early warning system reportedly functioned as designed during the event.
👷 Safety first! Remember the drill: Drop, cover, and hold on during shaking. Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available.
