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M 3.9 earthquake - 12 km NW of Corredor, Costa Rica
USGS reports a magnitude 3.9 earthquake 12 km NW of Corredor, Costa Rica (coordinates 8.7166, -83.0267). Depth reported as 10 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
- 3/10
- Impact magnitude
- 2/10
- Positivity
- 2/10
- Urgency
- 3/10
Why it matters
A shallow M3.9 event can produce noticeable local shaking but is unlikely to cause significant damage; relevant for residents, local responders, and travelers in the immediate area. USGS reporting indicates the location and depth are well-constrained.

