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M3.6 Depth: 24.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near 15 km N of Otra Banda, Dominican Republic (Dominican Republic)

UTC time: 2025-05-20 19:48:45 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 20, 2025 at 19:48 UTC, a magnitude M3.6 earthquake occurred near 15 km N of Otra Banda, Dominican Republic (Dominican Republic). With a focal depth of about 24 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M3.6
Depth
24.0 km
UTC time
2025-05-20 19:48:45 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Dominican Republic
City
La Altagracia
Source
usgs
Coordinates
18.79130, -68.69010
Temperature
27.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 24 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 24 km
Shallow
24 km
24 km — shallower than the regional average (63.1 km)
Regional average: 63.1 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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