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M4.8 Depth: 6.7 km

M4.8 Earthquake near El Grillo, Monte Plata (Dominican Republic)

UTC time: 2026-08-03 05:01:21 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 3, 2026 at 05:01 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near El Grillo, Monte Plata (Dominican Republic). With a focal depth of about 7 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 6.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 6.7 km
Shallow
6.7 km
6.7 km — shallower than the regional average (60.9 km)
Regional average: 60.9 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

Estimated impact

30 Felt reports · max reported intensity 3.8

Tectonic context

Located on the Caribbean Plate.
Near the boundary Caribbean ↔ North America · about 66 km away

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