Earthquakes Near Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

M2.8

48 km ENE of Miches, Dominican Republic 3週間 前

154 km NE M4.1

88 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 2週間 前

223 km NE M3.2

70 km ENE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 1時間, 15分 前

224 km E M3.4

91 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 2週間, 1日 前

238 km E M3.3

82 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 2週間, 2日 前

240 km E M3.1

31 km WSW of Stella, Puerto Rico 1週間, 1日 前

254 km E M2.7

20 km SW of Stella, Puerto Rico 3日, 3時間 前

266 km E M3.1

47 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 1週間, 3日 前

267 km E M2.7

9 km W of Rincón, Puerto Rico 3週間, 2日 前

269 km E M4.2

48 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 1週間, 2日 前

282 km E M2.8

17 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 3週間, 6日 前

283 km E M3.2

8 km WNW of Maricao, Puerto Rico 4日, 23時間 前

301 km E M2.7

3 km SW of Fuig, Puerto Rico 3週間, 2日 前

316 km E M2.6

2 km WSW of Fuig, Puerto Rico 3週間, 5日 前

316 km E M2.9

4 km WSW of Guánica, Puerto Rico 3週間, 2日 前

317 km E M2.6

11 km SSE of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico 2週間, 2日 前

329 km E M2.9

1 km WSW of Guayanilla, Puerto Rico 1週間, 1日 前

330 km E M2.6

5 km N of Animas, Puerto Rico 1週間, 4日 前

344 km E M2.9

65 km N of Tierras Nuevas Poniente, Puerto Rico 3日, 21時間 前

368 km E M3.1

63 km N of San Juan, Puerto Rico 3週間, 6日 前

403 km E

M8.0

ハイチ: Cap-Haitien 1842 · 5,300 casualties

281 km NW M7.9

ドミニカ共和国: 北東部 沿岸 1946 · 1,790 casualties

128 km NE M7.7

プエルトリコ: SAN JUAN 1943

296 km E M7.5

ドミニカ共和国: 北東部 沿岸 1946 · 75 casualties

122 km N M7.5

ハイチ: 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.