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M 2.62 earthquake - 4 km SW of Guánica, Puerto Rico

USGS reports a magnitude 2.62 earthquake located 4 km southwest of Guánica, Puerto Rico (coordinates 17.9411666666667, -66.94) at a depth of 9.49 km.

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

Small local earthquake unlikely to cause damage or disruption but is relevant for local monitoring and public awareness in the Guánica area.

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