Earthquakes Near Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

M2,8

48 km ENE of Miches, Dominican Republic 3 أسابيع، 1 يوم مضت

154 km NE M4,1

88 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 2 أسبوعين، 1 يوم مضت

223 km NE M3,2

70 km ENE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 10 ساعات، 3 دقائق مضت

224 km E M3,4

91 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 2 أسبوعين، 2 يومين مضت

238 km E M3,3

82 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 2 أسبوعين، 3 أيام مضت

240 km E M3,1

31 km WSW of Stella, Puerto Rico 1 أسبوع، 1 يوم مضت

254 km E M2,7

20 km SW of Stella, Puerto Rico 3 أيام، 12 ساعة مضت

266 km E M3,1

47 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 1 أسبوع، 4 أيام مضت

267 km E M2,7

9 km W of Rincón, Puerto Rico 3 أسابيع، 2 يومين مضت

269 km E M2,6

15 km W of Pole Ojea, Puerto Rico 5 ساعات، 49 دقيقة مضت

277 km E M4,2

48 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 1 أسبوع، 3 أيام مضت

282 km E M2,8

17 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 3 أسابيع، 6 أيام مضت

283 km E M3,2

8 km WNW of Maricao, Puerto Rico 5 أيام، 8 ساعات مضت

301 km E M2,7

3 km SW of Fuig, Puerto Rico 3 أسابيع، 3 أيام مضت

316 km E M2,6

2 km WSW of Fuig, Puerto Rico 3 أسابيع، 6 أيام مضت

316 km E M2,9

4 km WSW of Guánica, Puerto Rico 3 أسابيع، 3 أيام مضت

317 km E M2,6

11 km SSE of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico 2 أسبوعين، 3 أيام مضت

329 km E M2,9

1 km WSW of Guayanilla, Puerto Rico 1 أسبوع، 2 يومين مضت

330 km E M2,6

5 km N of Animas, Puerto Rico 1 أسبوع، 4 أيام مضت

344 km E M2,9

65 km N of Tierras Nuevas Poniente, Puerto Rico 4 أيام، 6 ساعات مضت

368 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.