Earthquakes Near Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

M4.5

5 km NNW of Sánchez, Dominican Republic 2 weeks, 4 days ago

113 km E M2.8

48 km ENE of Miches, Dominican Republic 3 days, 6 hours ago

215 km E M3.1

72 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 2 weeks, 1 day ago

327 km E M3.5

69 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 2 weeks, 2 days ago

332 km E M3.2

62 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 2 weeks, 4 days ago

336 km E M4.8

59 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 4 weeks ago

360 km E M2.8

25 km WSW of Stella, Puerto Rico 3 weeks, 5 days ago

366 km E M2.6

30 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 3 weeks, 6 days ago

366 km E M3.3

38 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 3 weeks, 2 days ago

367 km E M2.7

9 km W of Rincón, Puerto Rico 4 days, 13 hours ago

373 km E M2.6

25 km W of Puerto Real, Puerto Rico 1 week, 5 days ago

375 km SE M2.8

17 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico 1 week, 1 day ago

378 km E M2.7

4 km ESE of Maricao, Puerto Rico 2 weeks, 5 days ago

420 km E M2.6

2 km WSW of Fuig, Puerto Rico 1 week, 1 day ago

427 km E M2.7

3 km SW of Fuig, Puerto Rico 5 days, 7 hours ago

428 km E M2.9

4 km WSW of Guánica, Puerto Rico 5 days, 8 hours ago

429 km E M3.6

8 km SSW of Guánica, Puerto Rico 2 weeks ago

431 km SE M2.9

0 km SSW of Guánica, Puerto Rico 2 weeks, 3 days ago

431 km E M3.1

3 km S of Guánica, Puerto Rico 3 weeks, 5 days ago

432 km E M2.5

6 km SSE of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico 3 weeks, 3 days ago

437 km E

M8.0

HAITI: CAP-HAITIEN 1842 · 5,300 casualties

162 km W M7.9

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC: NORTHEASTERN COAST 1946 · 1,790 casualties

179 km E M7.7

PUERTO RICO: SAN JUAN 1943

380 km E M7.5

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC: NORTHEASTERN COAST 1946 · 75 casualties

125 km E M7.5

HAITI: ANSE-A-VEAU 1860

298 km W

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.