A magnitude 2.7 earthquake struck near San Juan de la Maguana in the Dominican Republic on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 11:57 AM local time. The tremor was centered approximately 11 kilometers (7 miles) west of San Juan de la Maguana, a city with a population of around 73,000 residents.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the earthquake registered a level II intensity, classified as “very weak.” This designation is consistent with reports that indicated minimal effects were felt in nearby areas.
Several communities located near the epicenter, including Pedro Corto and Vallejuelo, also reported very weak tremors. Pedro Corto, situated 11 kilometers (7 miles) northwest of the epicenter, has approximately 2,070 residents. Vallejuelo lies 15 kilometers (9 miles) south of the earthquake’s center, housing about 5,220 people.
Additional locations that reported similar weak sensations included Cercado Abajo, 21 kilometers (13 miles) west of the epicenter, and Las Matas de Farfan, 22 kilometers (14 miles) northwest. Both areas have populations of around 5,320 and 21,800, respectively. Most other nearby towns, including Galvan and El Llano, were located further from the epicenter, ranging from 32 to 57 kilometers away, and did not report feeling the quake.
No significant damages or injuries have been reported following the event. Seismologists continue to monitor the region for any further seismic activity.
The earthquake comes as part of the natural seismic activity common in the Dominican Republic, an area situated along the Caribbean tectonic plate boundary. Residents are reminded to remain aware and prepared for potential aftershocks.
