BARÚ DISTRICT, CHIRIQUÍ — According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 6.2 magnitude quake slammed near Burica on Monday around midday.

A tremor hit the area at 17:16 UTC (11:16 local time). The earthquake’s epicenter was situated roughly 211 km south of Burica and occurred at a depth of 10 km.

The National Tsunami Center issued a Tsunami statement related to the quake, please visit tsunami.gov for the latest information.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the tremor, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 3 reports via its online form from people who report they experienced the earthquake.

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 adobe block construction.

Historical information
A magnitude 7.6 earthquake 67 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