LAS TABLAS, Los Santos Province — A 5.5 magnitude quake occurred close to Bajo Corral at midday on Friday, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor hit the area at 18:22 UTC (13:22 local time). It occurred at a depth of 10 km with the epicenter about 3 km southwest of Bajo Corral.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, 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 indicate they felt weak to light shaking. Several residents reported experiencing the quake in San Miguelito and the surrounding area according to the USGS DYFI report.

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 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.

Last week’s tremor

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake was detected nearby during the past week; it occurred close to Pitaloza Arriba on Oct. 9.

Area struck by 7.6 quake in 1991
The area has a history of significant seismic activity. A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck 21.1 miles south of Limón in Limón on Apr. 22, 1991, at a depth of 6.2 miles.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey