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M 2.51 earthquake - 5 km SW of Guánica, Puerto Rico

USGS reports an earthquake of magnitude 2.51 located 5 km SW of Guánica, Puerto Rico. Coordinates: 17.943, -66.9513333333333. Depth: 6.99 km. (Published 2026-09-23T06:15:36.520Z)

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence
8/10
Geographic reach
1/10
Global importance
1/10
Impact magnitude
2/10
Positivity
1/10
Urgency
1/10

Why it matters

The USGS recorded a seismic event at the stated location and magnitude, documenting local seismic activity near Guánica, Puerto Rico.

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