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M 2.52 earthquake — 3 km WSW of Fuig, Puerto Rico

USGS reports a magnitude 2.52 earthquake at coordinates 17.9738333333333, -66.9498333333333, depth 6.91 km, located about 3 km WSW of Fuig, Puerto Rico.

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
9/10
Geographic reach
2/10
Global importance
2/10
Impact magnitude
1/10
Positivity
1/10
Urgency
2/10

Why it matters

This is a small, shallow earthquake recorded by the USGS. It is unlikely to cause damage or broad disruption but is of local interest and relevant for situational awareness and seismic monitoring.

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