Earthquakes Near Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴
19.4504°N, -70.6909°W · ประชากร 1,200,000 · America/Santo_Domingo
Seismic Map
แผ่นดินไหวล่าสุด 30 วันที่ผ่านมา · 500 km
17 events found
M4.8
11 km W of Guaymate, Dominican Republic
3 weeks, 5 days ที่แล้ว
193 km SE
M3.4
23 km SSE of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
3 weeks, 4 days ที่แล้ว
269 km SE
M3.4
31 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
1 week, 6 days ที่แล้ว
276 km E
M3.3
65 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
3 weeks ที่แล้ว
296 km E
M3.9
29 km WNW of Rincón, Puerto Rico
2 weeks, 6 days ที่แล้ว
354 km E
M2.9
19 km NW of Rincón, Puerto Rico
2 weeks, 6 days ที่แล้ว
365 km E
M2.7
3 km SSW of La Playa, Puerto Rico
2 weeks, 3 days ที่แล้ว
391 km E
M2.6
3 km W of Mayagüez, Puerto Rico
1 week, 4 days ที่แล้ว
395 km E
M2.8
7 km NNE of Isabela, Puerto Rico
1 week, 3 days ที่แล้ว
400 km E
M2.7
6 km NE of Isabela, Puerto Rico
1 week, 3 days ที่แล้ว
404 km E
M2.7
6 km SW of Guánica, Puerto Rico
4 weeks, 1 day ที่แล้ว
428 km SE
M2.8
1 km W of Fuig, Puerto Rico
2 days, 22 hours ที่แล้ว
428 km E
M3.1
68 km N of Tierras Nuevas Poniente, Puerto Rico
2 weeks, 1 day ที่แล้ว
445 km E
M2.6
24 km SSE of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico
3 days, 2 hours ที่แล้ว
451 km SE
M2.7
7 km SSE of Ponce, Puerto Rico
6 days, 9 hours ที่แล้ว
462 km E
M3.1
22 km NNE of Brenas, Puerto Rico
1 week, 2 days ที่แล้ว
472 km E
M2.5
6 km SSE of Salinas, Puerto Rico
4 weeks ที่แล้ว
495 km E
Historical Significant Earthquakes
Seismic Context
ประเทศ
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
เขตแผ่นดินไหว
High
คำถามที่พบบ่อย
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.