M 3.2 Earthquake Recorded 58 km North of Hatillo, Puerto Rico
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A minor 3.2 magnitude earthquake occurred off the northern coast of Puerto Rico on Wednesday. The seismic event was recorded at an intermediate depth of 23.28 km.
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This notice was issued by USGS on April 6, 2026 and geographically references Puerto Rico. Its severity classification of "low" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Earthquakes - determines the monitoring protocol behind it, which shapes what follow-up action (checking for structural damage, watching for aftershocks, reviewing local building codes) is relevant and which agency holds authority over the assessment.
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What Happened
A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.2 md occurred on February 11, 2026, at 18:03:02 UTC. The event has been reviewed by seismologists at the USGS and is classified as a routine seismic event for the region.
Location Details
The epicenter was located at coordinates 19.018°N, 66.829°W, approximately 58 km north of Hatillo, Puerto Rico. The earthquake originated at a depth of 23.28 km. In geological terms, this is considered an intermediate-depth earthquake (falling within the 20-70 km range), which typically results in less intense surface shaking than shallower events.
Impact Assessment
According to the available data, there have been no felt reports submitted for this event. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect (tsunami: 0). No alert level color has been assigned to this minor event, and there are no reports of damage or injuries.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are classified as minor. While they are often felt by residents near the epicenter, they rarely cause structural damage. Residents in seismically active areas like Puerto Rico should remain aware that aftershocks are a possibility following any seismic activity. Standard safety protocols recommend that during shaking, individuals should "Drop, Cover, and Hold On."
Source
Data provided by the USGS Event Page.
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