Earthquakes in Dominican Republic
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Recent Earthquakes (Last 30 Days)
| Time ↓ | Mag ↕ | Location ↕ | Depth ↕ | Felt ↕ | MMI | Alert | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 km | 3 | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 km | 1 | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
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 | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
Earthquake Statistics
106 km WSW of Pole Ojea, Puerto Rico
2026-02-10
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.
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