M2.8 earthquake — 16 km NNE of Arecibo, Puerto Rico
An magnitude 2.8 earthquake occurred 16 km NNE of Arecibo, Puerto Rico on Oct 1, 2026 at 08:45 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 14 km — a shallow earthquake. Shallow quakes concentrate their energy near the surface, so they tend to produce stronger shaking close to the epicenter.
Event data
| Magnitude | M2.8 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 14.4 km |
| Coordinates | 18.605, -66.654 |
| Time | Oct 1, 08:45 UTC |
| Location | 16 km NNE of Arecibo, Puerto Rico |
| USGS event ID | pr71535278 |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M3.1 | 15 km | Sep 30, 21:00 UTC | 4 km NNE of Animas, Puerto Rico |
| M3.4 | 43 km | Oct 3, 05:38 UTC | 2 km NW of Corozal, Puerto Rico |
| M2.6 | 53 km | Sep 28, 03:55 UTC | 3 km SE of Galateo, Puerto Rico |
| M2.6 | 68 km | Sep 29, 04:14 UTC | 4 km NNE of Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico |
| M2.5 | 78 km | Oct 1, 02:41 UTC | 2 km S of Guánica, Puerto Rico |
| M2.5 | 79 km | Oct 4, 03:14 UTC | 5 km WSW of Guánica, Puerto Rico |
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.