Dominican Republic Earthquakes: Latest Updates, Safety Tips, and Emergency Preparedness Guide

2024-01-20 00:26:01

The National Center for Seismology (CNS) shares its official report on the tremors recorded in the Dominican Republic today, Friday, December 19; from the need that Dominicans have to stay informed; mainly, those who live in the areas of Santiago, Salcedo, San Francisco de Macorís, Puerto Plata, Villa Vásquez and Monte Cristi, who perceive seismic movements in the early morning hours, the same situation that occurs in areas such as Azua, Barahona, Neiba and the entire Enriquillo Lake basin.

The Dominican Republic is located on the edge of interaction between the North American tectonic plate, where Cuba, the United States, Canada, etc. are located, and the Caribbean tectonic plate, where Jamaica, Hispaniola, Puerto Rico, and the Antilles are located. Menores and the northern edge of South America, and this edge, which constitutes a subduction front because the North American plate penetrates beneath the Caribbean plate and lifts it, passes regarding 10 to 15 kilometers north of Monte Cristi, Puerto Plata and Río San Juan.

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Latest earthquakes in the Dominican Republic today, January 19

On a daily basis, the CNS issues updates on earthquakes felt in several municipalities in the country, including the capital Santo Domingo (located on the Enriquillo-Plantain Garden fault), Santiago de los Caballeros, Puerto Plata, Samaná, among others. Here the details:

How to act in the event of an earthquake in the Dominican Republic?

The Dominican Republic is a country with high seismic activity, so it is important to be prepared for an eventual earthquake. Should one occur, follow these guidelines from the National Center for Seismology (CNS) to stay safe:

• Stay calm and find a safe place. If you are in a building, crouch under a strong desk or table. If you are on the street, stay away from buildings, poles and power lines.
• Protect your head and neck. If you are in a building, crouch down and place your arms over your head and neck. If you are on the street, move away and cover yourself with your arms.
• Do not use the elevator. Elevators can become trapped during an earthquake.
• If you are in a car, stop in a safe place and away from buildings.
• Do not use the phone unless it is an emergency. Excessive use of the telephone can overwhelm the lines and make it difficult to communicate with emergency services.

The preparation of Dominicans for an earthquake is important to avoid human losses, so we recommend making a family emergency plan and having a kit that includes food, water, medicines and other essential items.

It is also necessary to know the evacuation routes and meeting points in case of emergency. If you want more information regarding seismology, you should call 809-533-5900 or write to the email [email protected], which corresponds to the National Center of Seismology (CNS).

Address: Calle José Dolores Alfonseca Ciudad Universitaria, Seismological Building.

1705713006
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