Earthquakes Near Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴
19,4504°N, -70,6909°W · Populasi 1.200.000 · America/Santo_Domingo
Seismic Map
Gempa Terbaru 30 hari terakhir · 500 km
20 events found
M2,8
48 km ENE of Miches, Dominican Republic
3 minggu, 1 hari lalu
215 km E
M4,1
88 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
2 minggu, 1 hari lalu
291 km E
M3,2
70 km ENE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
11 jam, 10 menit lalu
310 km E
M3,4
91 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
2 minggu, 2 hari lalu
313 km E
M3,3
82 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico
2 minggu, 3 hari lalu
320 km E
M3,1
47 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico
1 minggu, 4 hari lalu
354 km E
M3,1
31 km WSW of Stella, Puerto Rico
1 minggu, 1 hari lalu
364 km E
M4,2
48 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico
1 minggu, 3 hari lalu
366 km E
M2,7
9 km W of Rincón, Puerto Rico
3 minggu, 2 hari lalu
373 km E
M2,7
20 km SW of Stella, Puerto Rico
3 hari, 13 jam lalu
375 km E
M2,8
17 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico
3 minggu, 6 hari lalu
378 km E
M2,6
15 km W of Pole Ojea, Puerto Rico
6 jam, 55 menit lalu
391 km SE
M3,2
8 km WNW of Maricao, Puerto Rico
5 hari, 9 jam lalu
407 km E
M2,6
2 km WSW of Fuig, Puerto Rico
3 minggu, 6 hari lalu
427 km E
M2,7
3 km SW of Fuig, Puerto Rico
3 minggu, 3 hari lalu
428 km E
M2,9
4 km WSW of Guánica, Puerto Rico
3 minggu, 3 hari lalu
429 km E
M2,9
1 km WSW of Guayanilla, Puerto Rico
1 minggu, 2 hari lalu
439 km E
M2,6
5 km N of Animas, Puerto Rico
1 minggu, 4 hari lalu
440 km E
M2,6
11 km SSE of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico
2 minggu, 3 hari lalu
441 km SE
M2,9
65 km N of Tierras Nuevas Poniente, Puerto Rico
4 hari, 7 jam lalu
447 km E
Historical Significant Earthquakes
Seismic Context
Negara
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
Zona Seismik
High
Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan
How often do earthquakes occur near Santiago de los Caballeros?
Santiago de los Caballeros 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 Santiago de los Caballeros in real time.
What is the seismic risk level for Santiago de los Caballeros?
The seismic risk for Santiago de los Caballeros is classified as high, based on the country-level seismic zone of Dominican Republic. With a population of 1,200,000, earthquake preparedness is an important consideration for residents.
What was the largest earthquake near Santiago de los Caballeros?
The most significant historical earthquake near Santiago de los Caballeros was a magnitude 8.0 event in 1842, approximately 162 km W of the city, resulting in approximately 5,300 casualties. QuakeFYI tracks 5 significant historical events within 500 km.
Is Santiago de los Caballeros near a fault line?
The nearest major fault line to Santiago de los Caballeros is the North Caribbean Megathrust (North Hispaniola Fault), located approximately 60 km away and spanning 665 km in length. Proximity to active faults is a key factor in assessing seismic risk.
What should I do during an earthquake in Santiago de los Caballeros?
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.