A 5.5 magnitude quake struck close to Cortes at midnight on Sunday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor jolted the region at 16:48 UTC (00:48 local time). It occurred at a depth of 34 km with the epicenter approximately 10 km east-northeast of Cortes. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.8 event, but later downgraded it to 5.5.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the earthquake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 11 reports via its online form from people who indicate they experienced weak to light shaking. According to the USGS DYFI report, several residents in Purok and the surrounding area reported feeling 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 a mix of vulnerable and earthquake resistant construction. The predominant vulnerable building types are unknown/miscellaneous types and heavy wood frame construction.

Past week’s tremor

There was one quake of magnitude 5.1 centered in the region, which was reported close to La Paz prior to this quake.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey