Minor Earthquake ● Closed

M3.6 Earthquake — 119 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Event time: Last updated: Sep 22, 2026 Dominican Republic
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Magnitude 3.6 earthquake 119 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic at a depth of 69.0 km, recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey.

Measurements

MagnitudeM3.6
Depth69.0 km
Coordinates19.4501, -67.7338
Region119 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Tsunami Flag0

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