BARÚ DISTRICT, CHIRIQUÍ — the U.S. Geological Survey reported that a 6.6 magnitude quake occurred close to Burica on Monday around midday.

The tremor hit at 17:16 UTC (11:16 local time), with its epicenter situated about 217 km south of Burica and a depth of 18 km.

Did you feel it?

You can let the USGS know if you experienced the earthquake by filling out their Felt Report form.

The National Tsunami Center has released a Tsunami statement in connection with the quake. For the latest updates, please visit tsunami.gov.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey