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M 2.64 earthquake - 5 km NW of Guayabal, Puerto Rico

USGS reports a magnitude 2.64 earthquake located 5 km NW of Guayabal, Puerto Rico (18.1101666666667, -66.5461666666667) at a depth of 20.42 km. Source published 2026-09-18T06:41:50.150Z.

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
2/10
Positivity
2/10
Urgency
3/10

Why it matters

The quake is very small and is unlikely to cause damage or casualties, but it is relevant for local seismic monitoring and situational awareness for residents and travelers in the immediate area.

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