Earthquake in Coyuca de Benítez: Information on security and preparation
Earthquake in Coyuca de Benítez: Information on security and preparation
safe preparations after the earthquake in Coyuca de Benítez
The latest events in Coyuca de Benítez shaked the community. An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.4 occurred on 28. July at 6:30 p.m. (local time) and had its epicenter about 18 kilometers south of the city in the state of Guerrero
important security measures
After an earthquake, security precautions are of the greatest importance. The Centro Nacional de Prevención de Desastre (Cenapred) recommends that the population only be based on official sources of information in order to avoid misinformation and rumors. In particular, the services of the protection authorities should be used. These apply to both local and state and federal instances.
After the earthquake, it is advisable to check your own apartment for possible damage. In addition, mobile phones should only be used for emergencies, and candles or matches should only be used after checking for gas leaks. The possibility of aftershocks should also not be underestimated, so that increased vigilance is necessary.
The seismic activity in Mexico
Mexico is one of the countries with the highest seismic activity worldwide. Historically, earthquakes that took place in the years 1985 and 2017 are often mentioned in the collective memory. These movements led to enormous destruction, even if their magnitude was lower than that of the hardest bound to the coast of Mexico, which took place in the year 1787 with a magnitude of 8.6 in oaxaca
According to a report by the Centro de Instrumentación y registro sísmico (cires) from 2009, large earthquakes with similar or higher magnitudes could search for the coastal regions of Mexico in the coming years. This threat is caused by the Brecha de Guerrero , which is characterized by the accumulation of enormous amounts of energy in the region.
promote community resilience
The events in Coyuca de Benítez not only require individual precautions, but also community action. An effective emergency plan, regular evacuation exercises and the identification of safe zones in houses, schools and jobs are important steps to increase security. The support and expertise of the municipality can help strengthen the resilience of citizens towards future seismic events.
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In view of the recent earthquakes, the awareness of security measures and the clarification of the population should be a top priority. People in Coyuca de Benítez, as well as in other regions active, should always prepare for emergencies and work on the increase in security precautions in their communities.Visit our site on Google News
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