Earthquakes in Dominican Republic

1 earthquakes in the last 24 hours• Latest significant: M4.7

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Recent Earthquakes (Last 30 Days)

Showing 32 of 32 earthquakes
Time Mag Location Depth Felt MMIAlertStatusDetails
11 hours ago
2026-02-19 04:38:04 UTC
3.8md
49 km S of La Romana, Dominican Republic
17.985°, -68.936°
99.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
1 days ago
2026-02-17 21:21:40 UTC
2.6md
42 km W of Puerto Real, Puerto Rico
18.075°, -67.589°
20.5 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2 days ago
2026-02-17 11:20:49 UTC
3.7md
21 km SSE of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
18.195°, -68.549°
146.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
4 days ago
2026-02-15 03:35:43 UTC
3.4md
56 km SSE of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
17.878°, -68.498°
32.7 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
5 days ago
2026-02-14 01:10:10 UTC
3.6md
65 km SE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
18.221°, -67.907°
116.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
5 days ago
2026-02-13 17:56:51 UTC
3.4md
39 km SSE of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
18.043°, -68.492°
57.5 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
6 days ago
2026-02-13 05:53:34 UTC
3.9md
3 km NNE of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
18.404°, -68.592°
145.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-10
2026-02-10 20:49:12 UTC
4.7md
106 km WSW of Pole Ojea, Puerto Rico
17.523°, -68.067°
24.0 km3--✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-10
2026-02-10 10:12:53 UTC
3.4md
62 km S of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
17.821°, -68.516°
24.8 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-08
2026-02-08 12:38:15 UTC
3.4md
30 km NNE of Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
18.901°, -68.535°
44.9 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-08
2026-02-08 02:41:20 UTC
3.4md
65 km SE of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
18.011°, -68.125°
46.6 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-07
2026-02-07 12:13:06 UTC
3.9md
35 km NNE of Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
18.955°, -68.560°
45.0 km1--✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-07
2026-02-07 00:01:10 UTC
2.6md
47 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico
18.831°, -67.370°
21.3 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-06
2026-02-06 18:07:52 UTC
3.3md
55 km ESE of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
18.125°, -68.151°
97.4 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-05
2026-02-05 05:09:36 UTC
3.1md
48 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico
18.815°, -67.403°
9.6 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-05
2026-02-05 02:57:26 UTC
3.1md
53 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico
18.845°, -67.440°
9.1 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-04
2026-02-04 15:36:36 UTC
3.7md
12 km W of San Rafael del Yuma, Dominican Republic
18.427°, -68.791°
111.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-03
2026-02-03 04:40:24 UTC
3.6md
37 km S of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
18.037°, -68.625°
75.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-02
2026-02-02 10:35:27 UTC
3.4md
79 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
19.000°, -67.797°
26.3 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-02
2026-02-02 09:19:25 UTC
3.4md
96 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
19.230°, -67.789°
39.3 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-01
2026-02-01 08:47:06 UTC
2.9md
21 km W of Rincón, Puerto Rico
18.368°, -67.454°
8.3 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-31
2026-01-31 01:34:35 UTC
3.3md
88 km NNE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
19.246°, -67.940°
52.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-29
2026-01-29 04:04:21 UTC
3.3md
64 km SE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
18.154°, -67.992°
79.7 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-29
2026-01-29 00:16:26 UTC
3.8md
45 km SSE of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
17.993°, -68.447°
85.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-28
2026-01-28 23:42:51 UTC
3.4md
89 km SSE of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
17.637°, -68.279°
49.5 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-27
2026-01-27 20:58:24 UTC
3.2md
112 km NE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
19.354°, -67.713°
20.9 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-25
2026-01-25 13:50:18 UTC
3.3md
53 km SE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
18.228°, -68.064°
107.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-23
2026-01-23 16:29:03 UTC
3.9md
5 km WSW of San Rafael del Yuma, Dominican Republic
18.411°, -68.721°
127.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-23
2026-01-23 07:40:48 UTC
3.4md
44 km S of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
17.974°, -68.627°
82.5 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-23
2026-01-23 06:56:19 UTC
3.4md
56 km SE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
18.201°, -68.054°
93.3 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-22
2026-01-22 12:09:05 UTC
3.7md
55 km SSE of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
17.900°, -68.447°
69.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-21
2026-01-21 10:47:38 UTC
3.4md
47 km SE of Boca de Yuma, Dominican Republic
18.130°, -68.238°
41.4 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
Legend:
Mag: Magnitude ({magType} = ml, mb, mw, etc.)
Felt: Number of DYFI felt reports
MMI: Modified Mercalli Intensity (I-X+)
Alert: PAGER alert level
Depth: Shallow (<70km), Intermediate, Deep (>300km)
Status: Auto = preliminary, Reviewed = verified by seismologist
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Earthquake Statistics

Last 24 Hours1
Last 30 Days32
2026 (M2.5+)45

Largest (30 Days)
M4.7

106 km WSW of Pole Ojea, Puerto Rico

2026-02-10

Largest in 2026
M4.7

106 km WSW of Pole Ojea, Puerto Rico

2026-02-10

Data from USGS Earthquake Hazards Program. Updated every 5 minutes.

About Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti on an active plate boundary. Several fault systems pose significant seismic hazard.

Dominican Republic Earthquakes 2026

In 2026, Dominican Republic has recorded 45 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater so far. The largest earthquake in Dominican Republic in 2026 was a magnitude 4.7 event near Pole Ojea, Puerto Rico. As of today, seismic monitoring continues with 1 earthquakes detected in the past 24 hours and 32 in the last 30 days.

Seismic Activity in Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti on an active plate boundary. Several fault systems pose significant seismic hazard.

Over the past 30 days, there have been 32 recorded earthquakes in this region. The largest recent earthquake was a magnitude 4.7 event near 106 km WSW of Pole Ojea, Puerto Rico.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many earthquakes occur in Dominican Republic?

In the past 30 days, 32 earthquakes have been recorded in the Dominican Republic region. The number varies based on seismic activity in the area.

What was the biggest recent earthquake in Dominican Republic?

The largest recent earthquake in the Dominican Republic area was a magnitude 4.7 event that occurred 106 km WSW of Pole Ojea, Puerto Rico.

How can I prepare for earthquakes in Dominican Republic?

Residents should secure heavy furniture, create an emergency kit with supplies for 72 hours, develop a family communication plan, and practice "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" during earthquake drills. Visit our preparedness section for detailed guides.