Earthquakes Near Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

M3,4

31 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 3 أسابيع، 6 أيام مضت

184 km E M4,0

77 km NNE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 2 يومين، 2 ساعتين مضت

205 km NE M3,0

45 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 1 أسبوع مضت

272 km E M2,6

3 km W of Mayagüez, Puerto Rico 3 أسابيع، 4 أيام مضت

288 km E M3,5

104 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 5 أيام، 5 ساعات مضت

291 km E M2,8

7 km NNE of Isabela, Puerto Rico 3 أسابيع، 2 يومين مضت

305 km E M2,7

6 km NE of Isabela, Puerto Rico 3 أسابيع، 3 أيام مضت

308 km E M2,6

2 km WNW of Fuig, Puerto Rico 1 أسبوع، 6 أيام مضت

316 km E M2,8

1 km W of Fuig, Puerto Rico 2 أسبوعين، 2 يومين مضت

318 km E M2,6

24 km SSE of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico 2 أسبوعين، 2 يومين مضت

336 km E M2,7

7 km SSE of Ponce, Puerto Rico 2 أسبوعين، 6 أيام مضت

353 km E M2,5

25 km N of Tierras Nuevas Poniente, Puerto Rico 3 أيام، 16 ساعة مضت

364 km E M2,8

18 km NNE of Tierras Nuevas Poniente, Puerto Rico 5 أيام، 22 ساعة مضت

365 km E M3,1

68 km N of Tierras Nuevas Poniente, Puerto Rico 4 أسابيع، 1 يوم مضت

367 km E M2,8

3 km WNW of Orocovis, Puerto Rico 1 يوم، 6 ساعات مضت

367 km E M2,5

10 km S of Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico 4 أيام، 18 ساعة مضت

373 km E M3,3

10 km S of Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico 5 أيام، 7 ساعات مضت

373 km E M3,1

22 km NNE of Brenas, Puerto Rico 3 أسابيع، 1 يوم مضت

381 km E M3,0

66 km N of San Juan, Puerto Rico 1 أسبوع، 4 أيام مضت

407 km E M2,5

10 km ESE of Esperanza, Puerto Rico 1 أسبوع، 2 يومين مضت

479 km E

M8,0

HAITI: CAP-HAITIEN 1842 · 5300 casualties

281 km NW M7,9

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC: NORTHEASTERN COAST 1946 · 1790 casualties

128 km NE M7,7

PUERTO RICO: SAN JUAN 1943

296 km E M7,5

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC: NORTHEASTERN COAST 1946 · 75 casualties

122 km N M7,5

HAITI: ANSE-A-VEAU 1860

365 km W

How often do earthquakes occur near Santo Domingo?

Santo Domingo is located in Dominican Republic, which has a high seismic risk classification. Earthquake frequency varies, but the QuakeFYI monitoring system tracks all M2.5+ events within 500 km of Santo Domingo in real time.

What is the seismic risk level for Santo Domingo?

The seismic risk for Santo Domingo is classified as high, based on the country-level seismic zone of Dominican Republic. With a population of 2,201,941, earthquake preparedness is an important consideration for residents.

What was the largest earthquake near Santo Domingo?

The most significant historical earthquake near Santo Domingo was a magnitude 8.0 event in 1842, approximately 281 km NW of the city, resulting in approximately 5,300 casualties. QuakeFYI tracks 5 significant historical events within 500 km.

Is Santo Domingo near a fault line?

The nearest major fault line to Santo Domingo is the South Samana Fault, located approximately 71 km away and spanning 67 km in length. Proximity to active faults is a key factor in assessing seismic risk.

What should I do during an earthquake in Santo Domingo?

During an earthquake, follow the Drop-Cover-Hold On protocol: drop to your hands and knees, take cover under sturdy furniture, and hold on until shaking stops. Move away from windows, exterior walls, and heavy objects. After the shaking stops, be prepared for aftershocks and check for injuries and hazards.