Chupaca, Peru: Arturo Lopez Llontop / Shutterstock.com A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck the province of Chupaca in Peru's Junín region, triggering landslides, damaging homes and infrastructure, and leaving at least five people dead, according to the National Police of Peru.
The earthquake prompted an immediate response from authorities, with police officers deployed across affected communities to assist residents, assess the extent of the damage, and support ongoing emergency operations.
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Officials reported that several rustic homes collapsed in the aftermath of the quake. Public buildings and religious infrastructure also sustained damage, while landslides blocked access roads in some areas, complicating rescue and relief efforts.
The most severe impact was reported in the annex of Pumpunya, located in the Chongos Bajo district. Authorities said five people lost their lives, and multiple others were injured. Emergency responders evacuated the injured to nearby hospitals, where they are receiving medical treatment.
Police personnel have remained on the ground since the earthquake struck, helping remove debris, securing affected zones, and coordinating with first responders and local authorities. Images shared by the National Police of Peru showed officers working alongside emergency crews amid damaged buildings and obstructed roadways.
"The National Police of Peru expresses its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and reaffirms its commitment to remain by the side of the population," the agency said in a statement posted on social media.
Peru is one of the most seismically active countries in the world due to its location along the Pacific Ring of Fire, an area characterized by frequent earthquakes and volcanic activity. While many tremors are minor, stronger events can cause significant damage, particularly in mountainous and rural regions where infrastructure is more vulnerable.