CIUDAD SANDINO, MN — A 5.5 magnitude quake struck near Ciudad Sandino around midday Thursday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor, which shook the area at 17:15 UTC (11:15 local time), was centered approximately 2 km west-southwest of Ciudad Sandino. It occurred at a depth of 160 km.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can share your experience using the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has received 6 responses on its online form so far, from people saying they experienced the quake.

Impact and estimated losses

The USGS categorized this as a Green Alert, which means there is a low likelihood of casualties and damage. Recent earthquakes in this area have caused secondary hazards such as landslides that might have contributed to losses.

Structure information summary
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are highly vulnerable to earthquake shaking, though some resistant structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are mud wall and adobe block construction.

Past week’s tremor

There has been one quake of magnitude 4.0 centered in the region. It was reported close to El Rosario on Mar. 22.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey