M3.3 Earthquake 64 km SE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic — December 29, 2025
2025-12-29 21:28:20 UTC (2025-12-29) · approx. 4:28 PM UTC-5 local
On December 29, 2025 at 21:28 UTC, a magnitude 3.3 intermediate depth earthquake struck 64 km SE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, at a depth of 86.3 km and coordinates 18.1417°, -68.0043°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 3.3 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 1.3 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 114 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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-68.0043°E
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How strong was the magnitude 3.3 earthquake near Punta Cana, Dominican Republic?
The magnitude 3.3 earthquake that struck 64 km SE of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic on December 29, 2025 at 21:28 UTC had a depth of 86.3 km. For context, this was a minor earthquake typically detected only by instruments.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 3.3 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 3.3 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: pr71503373). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
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