Earthquakes Near Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴
19,4504°N, -70,6909°W · População 1.200.000 · America/Santo_Domingo
Seismic Map
Terremotos Recentes Últimos 30 dias · 500 km
20 events found
M2,8
48 km ENE of Miches, Dominican Republic
3 semanas, 1 dia atrás
215 km E
M4,1
88 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
2 semanas, 1 dia atrás
291 km E
M3,2
70 km ENE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
11 horas, 10 minutos atrás
310 km E
M3,4
91 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
2 semanas, 2 dias atrás
313 km E
M3,3
82 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico
2 semanas, 3 dias atrás
320 km E
M3,1
47 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico
1 semana, 4 dias atrás
354 km E
M3,1
31 km WSW of Stella, Puerto Rico
1 semana, 1 dia atrás
364 km E
M4,2
48 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico
1 semana, 3 dias atrás
366 km E
M2,7
9 km W of Rincón, Puerto Rico
3 semanas, 2 dias atrás
373 km E
M2,7
20 km SW of Stella, Puerto Rico
3 dias, 13 horas atrás
375 km E
M2,8
17 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico
3 semanas, 6 dias atrás
378 km E
M2,6
15 km W of Pole Ojea, Puerto Rico
6 horas, 55 minutos atrás
391 km SE
M3,2
8 km WNW of Maricao, Puerto Rico
5 dias, 9 horas atrás
407 km E
M2,6
2 km WSW of Fuig, Puerto Rico
3 semanas, 6 dias atrás
427 km E
M2,7
3 km SW of Fuig, Puerto Rico
3 semanas, 3 dias atrás
428 km E
M2,9
4 km WSW of Guánica, Puerto Rico
3 semanas, 3 dias atrás
429 km E
M2,9
1 km WSW of Guayanilla, Puerto Rico
1 semana, 2 dias atrás
439 km E
M2,6
5 km N of Animas, Puerto Rico
1 semana, 4 dias atrás
440 km E
M2,6
11 km SSE of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico
2 semanas, 3 dias atrás
441 km SE
M2,9
65 km N of Tierras Nuevas Poniente, Puerto Rico
4 dias, 7 horas atrás
447 km E
Historical Significant Earthquakes
Seismic Context
Zona Sísmica
High
Perguntas Frequentes
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.