5.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Dominican Republic Today: USGS
Summary
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake hit near Estebanía in the Dominican Republic on Monday afternoon. The quake, which occurred at a shallow depth, did not immediately result in any reported damage or injuries.Key Facts
- An earthquake with a 5.0 magnitude struck near Estebanía, Dominican Republic.
- It occurred about 8 miles from Estebanía.
- The quake hit just after 3 p.m. local time.
- It happened at a shallow depth of about 6 miles.
- No damage or injuries were reported right after the quake.
- Estebanía is around 64 miles from the capital, Santo Domingo.
- The area experienced a previous earthquake of 5.7 magnitude on August 5.
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