BARÚ DISTRICT, CHIRIQUÍ — A 6.2 magnitude quake was recorded near Burica on Monday around midday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

It was reported that a tremor hit the region at 17:16 UTC (11:16 local time). The epicenter was positioned about 206 km south of Burica, at a depth of 10 km.

Did you feel it?

Those who felt the earthquake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.

A Tsunami statement regarding the quake has been issued by the National Tsunami Center. For the latest information, visit tsunami.gov.

Impact and estimated losses

Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. There is a low likelihood of casualties and damage. Recent earthquakes in this area have caused secondary hazards such as landslides and liquefaction that might have contributed to losses.

Structure information summary
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are a mix of vulnerable and earthquake resistant construction. The predominant vulnerable building types are mud wall and informal (metal, timber, GI etc.) construction.

Historical information
A magnitude 7.6 earthquake 65 km northwest of this event struck Valle de la Estrella, Costa Rica on April 22, 1991 (UTC), with estimated population exposures of 1,810,000 at intensity VI and 213,000 at intensity VII, resulting in a reported 75 fatalities.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey