Oxfam America

2007 Peru Earthquake

On August 15, 2007, a magnitude 8.0 earthquake struck off the coast of Peru, killing hundreds and injuring thousands. Tens of thousands have been displaced from their homes in areas outside the capital of Lima and in the areas of Pisco, Chincha and Ica. Oxfam staff in Peru continue to respond to this crisis, coordinating with our partners in the region to provide water, sanitation, shelter and other vital services to earthquake victims.

What Oxfam is Doing

As of April 2008, Oxfam teams and partner organizations in Peru are providing assistance to the affected population, especially in rural areas, where the need for water and sanitation is most desperate. In the areas of Pisco and Ica, where there was extensive damage, medical supplies, temporary shelter, water and sanitation services are being provided. A temporary Oxfam headquarters has been established in the Pisco area. Additional news updates and stories from Peru will be available on this Web site.

What You Can Do

Oxfam America is accepting donations through its Peru Earthquake Relief and Recovery Fund.

Audio Update

22 August — Frank Boeren, relief specialist with Oxfam International, provides an update of Oxfam's assessment and plans to deliver aid to two affected rural districts: Humay and Independencia. Hear English and Spanish versions; English transcript also available.

Video Update

Feature Stories

Recovering the School Year in Pisco
Recovering the School Year in Pisco
Emergency classrooms built by Oxfam International help students get back to school.
Tents and Temporary Shelters in Túpac Amaru
Tents and Temporary Shelters in Túpac Amaru
Getting back to a normal life amid the rubble of collapsed houses.
Filters Improve Water Quality in Pisco
Filters Improve Water Quality in Pisco
Treating clean water in areas affected by earthquake in Peru.
Recovering from the Disaster
Recovering from the Disaster
As families struggle to survive in the rubble of their homes, Oxfam steps up its continuing response to the Peru earthquake.
Perspective From Rural Pisco
Perspective From Rural Pisco
One day after the devastating earthquake, Oxfam's Danny Gibbons talked with people in rural communities struggling to overcome the damage in Pisco.
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Map of affected areas

Map of affected areas »

Click to view larger map of affected area (PDF). Map courtesy of Sistema Nacional de Defensa Civil Peru.