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USGS Earthquake Shaking Yellow Alert: M 5.5, 2 km WSW of Sicaya, Peru - Origin Time: 2026-07-19 02:24:36 UTC (Sat 21:24:36 local)
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by US Geological Survey , ReliefWeb
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The origin time of the earthquake was 2026-07-19 02:24:36 UTC, which corresponds to 21:24:36 local time on Saturday.
An earthquake occurred in the local area, with its epicenter located 2 km WSW of Sicaya, Peru. The earthquake had a magnitude of 5.5.
The USGS issued a Yellow Alert for earthquake shaking. The origin time of the earthquake was 2026-07-19 02:24:36 UTC, which corresponds to 21:24:36 local time on Saturday.
Further details about the earthquake are available from ReliefWeb, the source of this information.
Why this matters
The recent earthquake in Peru, with a magnitude of 5.5, may pose a significant threat to the local population and infrastructure. Given the earthquake's epicenter, located 2 km WSW of Sicaya, Peru, it is likely that nearby communities may have been affected. The timing of the earthquake, occurring at 21:24:36 local time on Saturday, may have caught residents off guard, potentially leading to a higher risk of injury or displacement. As the situation unfolds, faith-based organizations and humanitarian relief groups accredited by the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) may play a crucial role in providing aid and support to those affected. The public IRS Form 990 data of these organizations will be essential in ensuring transparency and accountability in their relief efforts. The impact of this earthquake will likely be closely monitored by organizations tracking disaster relief and charitable needs, such as Christgiving, which covers Christian charity and faith-based giving globally.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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