M4.1 Depth: 164.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near 16 km ENE of Santa Cruz de El Seibo, Dominican Republic (Dominican Republic)

UTC time: 2025-05-18 12:07:49 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 18, 2025 at 12:07 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near 16 km ENE of Santa Cruz de El Seibo, Dominican Republic (Dominican Republic). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 164 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

164.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-18 12:07:49 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Dominican Republic

City

El Seibo

Source

usgs

Coordinates

18.81610, -68.89650

Temperature

28.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

164 km

164 km — deeper than the regional average (63.1 km)

Regional average: 63.1 km

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Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

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