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San Juan and the 48 municipalities that make up the island, such as Bayamón, Carolina, Ponce, Caguas, Guaynao, Arecibo, Toa Baja, Mayagüez, Trujillo Alto; Among other locations, they are located in a seismically active zone, mainly due to the convergence of the Caribbean and North American tectonic plates. Along these lines, the Puerto Rico Seismic Network (RSPR) updates in real time all the details of the seismic event recorded in the country. The agency is responsible for providing information, including the epicenter and magnitude of the most recent episode. Check here the latest report on the earthquake in Puerto Rico today, Saturday, January 20.
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The RSPR operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to monitor seismic activity in Puerto Rico at the more than 100 monitoring stations that provide real-time data on ground movements. Likewise, it works closely with local and federal authorities to guarantee the safety of the territory’s inhabitants.
Last earthquake in Puerto Rico today, Saturday, January 20
In the region, around 5 earthquakes are recorded per day and 3 earthquakes of magnitude greater than 5.0 per year. Most of the active faults are located in the sea, which means that most earthquakes in the region do not cause loss of life or significant damage. Major destructive earthquakes that occur in Puerto Rico are rare and most have historically occurred offshore, making the area susceptible to destructive tsunamis.
Recommendations before calling emergency numbers in Puerto Rico
- Keep calm. It is important that you remain calm so you can provide accurate and clear information to the 911 operator.
- Identify the nature of the emergency. Is it a fire, accident, medical emergency or crime?
- Indicate your location. The 911 operator needs to know where the emergency is located to send the appropriate emergency services.
- Provides additional information. The 911 operator may need to know more information regarding the emergency, such as the number of people affected, the status of the people affected, or any other details that may be relevant.
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